Clay Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Clay Township ecosystem supports 42 documented wildlife species across 41 taxonomic genera. Located in saint clair county, michigan, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 9 frequently observed species and 8 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Port Huron, Clay Township hosts 2% more species diversity. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 23 saint clair county County natural areas, placing it in the 78th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 42 total documented species.
Neogobius melanostomus
Round goby
Etheostoma caeruleum
Rainbow darter
Sander vitreus
Pike-Perch
Quercus palustris
Swamp Oak
Osmunda spectabilis
American Royal Fern
Lepomis cyanellus
Green sunfish
Neoplea striola
Perca flavescens
Lake Perch
Nocomis biguttatus
Hornyhead chub
Esox lucius
pike
Noturus flavus
Stonecat
Chrysemys picta
Eastern Painted Turtle
Belostoma flumineum
Percina caprodes
Log Perch
Pseudacris triseriata
Striped Chorus Frog
Lithobates clamitans
Green Frog
Lithobates sylvaticus
Wood Frog
Castor canadensis
Canadian beaver
Toxomerus marginatus
Syrphid Fly
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Saint Clair County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Clay Township. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Clay Townshipwithin Saint Clair County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.