Ray Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Ray Township ecosystem supports 47 documented wildlife species across 45 taxonomic genera. Located in macomb county, michigan, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 10 frequently observed species and 9 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby St. Clair Shores, Ray Township hosts 262% more species diversity. This location ranks #9 for species diversity among 17 macomb county County natural areas, placing it in the 47th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 47 total documented species.
Asclepias syriaca
Virginia-Silk
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Vanessa atalanta
Red Admiral
Spizella passerina
Chipping Sparrow
Lygaeus kalmii
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Symplocarpus foetidus
Skunk Cabbage
Pieris rapae
small white
Papilio polyxenes
American Swallowtail
Maianthemum racemosum
Feathery False Solomon'S-Seal
Philoscia muscorum
common striped woodlouse
Colaptes auratus
common flicker
Molothrus ater
Brown-headed Cowbird
Asplenium platyneuron
ebony spleenwort
Passerina cyanea
Indigo Bunting
Lymantria dispar
Spongy moth
Polygonatum pubescens
Downy Solomon'S Seal
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
Bombus griseocollis
Brown-belted Bumblebee
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in MacOmb County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Ray Township. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (4 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Ray Townshipwithin MacOmb County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.