Buffalo
Ecosystem Overview
The Buffalo ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 91 taxonomic genera. Located in erie county, new york, 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 17 erie county County natural areas, placing it in the 94th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Poecile atricapillus
Black-capped chickadee
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Tachycineta bicolor
Tree/Violet-Green Swallow
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Dumetella carolinensis
Catbird
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Colaptes auratus
common flicker
Mimus polyglottos
Northern Mockingbird
Sedum acre
Wall-Grass
Cepaea nemoralis
Grovesnail
Vanessa atalanta
Red Admiral
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Erie County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Buffalo. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Buffalowithin Erie County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.