Brighton Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Brighton Township ecosystem supports 61 documented wildlife species across 57 taxonomic genera. Located in livingston county, michigan, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 13 frequently observed species and 12 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Livingston County nearby has 39% more documented species, Brighton Township offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 18 livingston county County natural areas, placing it in the 83th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 61 total documented species.
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Ondatra zibethicus
Muskrat
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Acer rubrum
Maple
Rallus limicola
Virginia Rail
Baeolophus bicolor
tufted titmouse
Tamias striatus
eastern chipmunk
Cygnus olor
Mute Swan
Sitta carolinensis
White-Breasted Nuthatch (Interior West)
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Poecile atricapillus
Black-capped chickadee
Quiscalus quiscula
Common Grackle
Dactylis glomerata
Orchardgrass
Rumex britannica
greater water dock
Chrysemys picta
Eastern Painted Turtle
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Sylvilagus floridanus
Lapin A Queue Blanche
Lepomis macrochirus
Bluegill sunfish
Lepomis gibbosus
pumpkinseed
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Livingston County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Brighton Township. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Brighton Townshipwithin Livingston County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.