Gaylord
Ecosystem Overview
The Gaylord ecosystem supports 10 documented wildlife species across 9 taxonomic genera. Located in otsego county, michigan, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Otsego County nearby has 90% more documented species, Gaylord offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 4 otsego county County natural areas, placing it in the 50th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 10 total documented species.
Berteroa incana
hoary alison
Medicago lupulina
Black medick
Silene vulgaris
bladder campion
Noctua pronuba
large yellow underwing
Verbascum thapsus
Aaron'S-Rod
Leptoglossus occidentalis
Western Conifer-Seed Bug
Zonotrichia leucophrys
white-crowned sparrow
Lathyrus latifolius
Perennial pea
Silene latifolia
Bladder campion
Ambrosia artemisiifolia
Small Ragweed
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Otsego County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Gaylordwithin Otsego County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.