Spaulding Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Spaulding Township ecosystem supports 28 documented wildlife species across 26 taxonomic genera. Located in saginaw county, michigan, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 6 frequently observed species and 5 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby City of Saginaw, Spaulding Township hosts 300% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 8 saginaw county County natural areas, placing it in the 75th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 28 total documented species.
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Graptemys geographica
common map turtle
Cygnus columbianus
whistling swan
Ondatra zibethicus
Muskrat
Spizelloides arborea
American Tree Sparrow
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Sturnus vulgaris
starling
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Tringa flavipes
lesser yellowlegs
Gallinago delicata
Wilson's Snipe
Sitta carolinensis
White-Breasted Nuthatch (Interior West)
Anthus rubescens
Buff-bellied Pipit
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Anas acuta
pintail, northern pintail
Cygnus buccinator
trumpeter swan
Aix sponsa
wood duck
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Saginaw County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Spaulding Township. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (6 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Spaulding Townshipwithin Saginaw County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.