Manchester Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Manchester Township ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 84 taxonomic genera. Located in washtenaw county, michigan, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 49 washtenaw county County natural areas, placing it in the 98th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Celastrus orbiculatus
Asian Bittersweet
Lon zabulon
Zabulon Skipper
Lobelia siphilitica
Blue Lobelia
Campanulastrum americanum
American bellflower
Collinsonia canadensis
Northern Horsebalm
Celastrus scandens
staffvine
Euphyes vestris
Dun Skipper
Solidago rigida
Stiff-Leaved Goldenrod
Amphicarpaea bracteata
American Hog-Peanut
Adiantum pedatum
Five-Finger Fern
Plethodon cinereus
Eastern Red-Backed Salamander
Ancyloxypha numitor
Least Skipper
Clematis virginiana
Virgin'S Bower
Carex grayi
Gray'S Bur Sedge
Phlox divaricata
Forest Phlox
Physostegia virginiana
obedient plant
Trillium grandiflorum
Large-Flower Trillium
Phlox pilosa
prairie phlox
Polites origenes
Crossline Skipper
Cercyonis pegala
Common Wood Nymph
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Washtenaw County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Manchester 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 Manchester Townshipwithin Washtenaw County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.