Superior Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Superior Township ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 88 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 #11 for species diversity among 49 washtenaw county County natural areas, placing it in the 78th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Magicicada septendecim
Decim Periodical Cicada
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Symplocarpus foetidus
Skunk Cabbage
Meleagris gallopavo
Turkey
Rhamnus cathartica
purging buckthorn
Euphydryas phaeton
Baltimore Checkerspot
Quercus macrocarpa
Bur Oak
Lon zabulon
Zabulon Skipper
Toxicodendron radicans
poison ivy
Apocynum cannabinum
American-Hemp
Celastrus orbiculatus
Asian Bittersweet
Claytonia virginica
Eastern Springbeauty
Viburnum acerifolium
Possum Haw
Trillium grandiflorum
Large-Flower Trillium
Zanthoxylum americanum
northern prickly-ash
Acer rubrum
Maple
Cardamine douglassii
purple cress
Hackelia virginiana
Beggar'S-Lice
Dipsacus laciniatus
Laciniate Teasel
Regulus satrapa
Golden-crowned Kinglet
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Washtenaw County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Superior Township. 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 Superior Townshipwithin Washtenaw County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.