Buchanan
Ecosystem Overview
The Buchanan ecosystem supports 37 documented wildlife species across 37 taxonomic genera. Located in berrien county, michigan, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 7 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Berrien County nearby has 63% more documented species, Buchanan offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 8 berrien county County natural areas, placing it in the 75th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 37 total documented species.
Gammarus fasciatus
Feniseca tarquinius
Harvester
Calopteryx maculata
Ebony Jewelwing
Fundulus diaphanus
Banded Killifish
Diapheromera femorata
Common American Walkingstick
Rhionaeschna mutata
Spatterdock Darner
Hetaerina americana
American Rubyspot
Libellula pulchella
Twelve-spotted Skimmer
Perithemis tenera
Eastern Amberwing
Pyrrharctia isabella
Isabella Tiger Moth
Hemaris thysbe
Hummingbird Moth
Papilio troilus
Spicebush
Euphyes vestris
Dun Skipper
Megalotomus quinquespinosus
Lupine Bug
Anaxyrus americanus
American Toad
Verbena hastata
Wild Hyssop
Melilotus albus
white melilot
Conium maculatum
hemlock
Cirsium arvense
Creeping Thistle
Rudbeckia laciniata
Cutleaf coneflower
Want the Complete Field Guide?
Get all 37 species with 3-4 high-quality images each, detailed descriptions, and a downloadable PDF for offline use.
Get Your Personalized Field Guide
Download a professional PDF field guide featuring all the species found in Buchanan. Perfect for outdoor adventures, education, and nature exploration.
Get Your Personalized Field Guide
Download a professional PDF field guide featuring all the species found in Buchanan. Perfect for outdoor adventures, education, and nature exploration.
Your field guide will be delivered to this email address. Please double-check for accuracy.
Nearby Wildlife Areas in Berrien County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Buchanan. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Buchananwithin Berrien County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.