Manchester
Ecosystem Overview
The Manchester ecosystem supports 24 documented wildlife species across 24 taxonomic genera. Located in washtenaw county, michigan, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Ann Arbor nearby has 76% more documented species, Manchester offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #24 for species diversity among 49 washtenaw county County natural areas, placing it in the 51th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 24 total documented species.
Euphydryas phaeton
Baltimore Checkerspot
Desmodium paniculatum
Narrow-Leaf Tick-Trefoil
Lethe anthedon
Northern Pearly-Eye
Limenitis archippus
Viceroy
Chelone glabra
turtlehead
Mimulus ringens
Allegheny monkey-flower
Hetaerina titia
Smoky Rubyspot
Libellula pulchella
Twelve-spotted Skimmer
Vanessa atalanta
Red Admiral
Cercyonis pegala
Common Wood Nymph
Phyciodes tharos
Pearl Crescent
Euphyes dion
Dion Skipper
Ancyloxypha numitor
Least Skipper
Carex lupulina
Hop Sedge
Cephalanthus occidentalis
Honey-Bells
Amphicarpaea bracteata
American Hog-Peanut
Rosa setigera
Climbing Rose
Aureolaria flava
Yellow False Foxglove
Staphylea trifolia
American Bladdernut
Argia fumipennis
Variable Dancer
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Washtenaw County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Manchester. 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 Manchesterwithin Washtenaw County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.