Lower Burns Park
Ecosystem Overview
The Lower Burns Park ecosystem supports 71 documented wildlife species across 66 taxonomic genera. Located in washtenaw county, michigan, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 15 frequently observed species and 14 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Ann Arbor nearby has 29% more documented species, Lower Burns Park offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #16 for species diversity among 49 washtenaw county County natural areas, placing it in the 67th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 71 total documented species.
Glechoma hederacea
ground ivy
Plantago lanceolata
ribwort plantain
Trifolium repens
Dutch clover
Medicago lupulina
Black medick
Sciurus niger
Cat Squirrel
Ailanthus altissima
Tree of heaven
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Tanacetum vulgare
tansy
Ajuga reptans
bugle
Cichorium intybus
chicory
Daucus carota
wild carrot
Galanthus elwesii
Giant Snowdrop
Pieris rapae
small white
Euphorbia maculata
Milk purslane
Acer saccharinum
White Maple
Plantago major
Great Plantain
Asclepias syriaca
Virginia-Silk
Portulaca oleracea
common purslane
Chenopodium album
lambs quarters
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Washtenaw County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lower Burns Park. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lower Burns Parkwithin Washtenaw County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.