Saline
Ecosystem Overview
The Saline ecosystem supports 31 documented wildlife species across 30 taxonomic genera. Located in washtenaw county, michigan, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 7 frequently observed species and 6 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Ann Arbor nearby has 69% more documented species, Saline offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #23 for species diversity among 49 washtenaw county County natural areas, placing it in the 53th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 31 total documented species.
Medicago lupulina
Black medick
Portulaca oleracea
common purslane
Reynoutria japonica
Japanese Knotweed
Euphorbia maculata
Milk purslane
Bombus citrinus
Lemon cuckoo bumble bee
Melanoplus bivittatus
Twostriped Grasshopper
Palthis asopialis
Faint-Spotted Palthis Moth
Papilio polyxenes
American Swallowtail
Thryothorus ludovicianus
Carolina Wren
Erythronium albidum
white trout-lily
Arisaema dracontium
Dragon-Arum
Arisaema triphyllum
Indian-turnip
Teucrium canadense
Wood Sage
Sorbaria sorbifolia
Sorbaria
Berberis thunbergii
japanese barberry
Heracleum maximum
American Cow Parsnip
Rhamnus cathartica
purging buckthorn
Populus deltoides
Match Poplar
Cornus alternifolia
Green Osier
Senecio vulgaris
groundsel
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Washtenaw County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Saline. 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 Salinewithin Washtenaw County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.