Bridgewater Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Bridgewater Township ecosystem supports 16 documented wildlife species across 16 taxonomic genera. Located in washtenaw county, michigan, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Ann Arbor nearby has 84% more documented species, Bridgewater Township offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #25 for species diversity among 49 washtenaw county County natural areas, placing it in the 49th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 16 total documented species.
Symplocarpus foetidus
Skunk Cabbage
Scutellaria galericulata
skullcap
Teucrium canadense
Wood Sage
Rosa palustris
swamp rose
Spiraea alba
Meadowsweet
Anemone virginiana
Thimbleweed
Parthenocissus quinquefolia
Virginia-creeper
Symphyotrichum firmum
shining aster
Lysimachia ciliata
Fringed Loosestrife
Rhodobryum ontariense
Elymus virginicus
Rye Grass
Smilax tamnoides
bristly greenbrier
Echinocystis lobata
Wild cucumber
Monarda fistulosa
Wild Bergamot
Lindera benzoin
Wild Allspice
Pastinaca sativa
Wild parsnip
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Washtenaw County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Bridgewater Township. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Bridgewater Townshipwithin Washtenaw County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.