Okemos
Ecosystem Overview
The Okemos ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 95 taxonomic genera. Located in ingham county, michigan, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 10 ingham county County natural areas, placing it in the 70th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Dryobates pubescens
Downy Woodpecker
Ischnura verticalis
Eastern Forktail
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Sitta carolinensis
White-Breasted Nuthatch (Interior West)
Toxicodendron radicans
poison ivy
Erasmoneura vulnerata
The wounded leafhopper
Halyomorpha halys
Brown Marmorated Stink Bug
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Calopteryx maculata
Ebony Jewelwing
Glechoma hederacea
ground ivy
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Junco hyemalis
dark-eyed junco
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Poecile atricapillus
Black-capped chickadee
Tamias striatus
eastern chipmunk
Sylvilagus floridanus
Lapin A Queue Blanche
Zelus luridus
Pale Green Assassin Bug
Microcrambus elegans
Elegant Grass-Veneer Moth
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Ingham County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Okemos. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Okemoswithin Ingham County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.