East Jordan
Ecosystem Overview
The East Jordan ecosystem supports 90 documented wildlife species across 84 taxonomic genera. Located in charlevoix county, michigan, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 19 frequently observed species and 17 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Charlevoix County nearby has 10% more documented species, East Jordan offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 11 charlevoix county County natural areas, placing it in the 73th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 90 total documented species.
Geothlypis trichas
Common Yellowthroat (Arizela Group)
Bombycilla cedrorum
cedar waxwing
Chelydra serpentina
Snapping Turtle
Bombycilla garrulus
bohemian waxwing
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Echinocystis lobata
Wild cucumber
Setophaga ruticilla
American Redstart
Viburnum lentago
nannyberry
Coccyzus erythropthalmus
Black-billed Cuckoo
Myiarchus crinitus
Great-Crested Flycatcher
Empidonax alnorum
Alder Flycatcher
Spinus tristis
American goldfinch
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Rhamnus cathartica
purging buckthorn
Colias eurytheme
Orange Sulphur
Epifagus virginiana
Virginia Beechdrops
Symphyotrichum novae-angliae
New England Or Michaelmas Daisy
Ondatra zibethicus
Muskrat
Castor canadensis
Canadian beaver
Aeshna umbrosa
Shadow Darner
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Charlevoix County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near East Jordan. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement East Jordanwithin Charlevoix County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.