Town Of Clay
Ecosystem Overview
The Town Of Clay ecosystem supports 32 documented wildlife species across 32 taxonomic genera. Located in onondaga county, new york, 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 Syracuse nearby has 68% more documented species, Town Of Clay offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #14 for species diversity among 38 onondaga county County natural areas, placing it in the 63th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 32 total documented species.
Lepomis gibbosus
pumpkinseed
Juglans nigra
Eastern Black Walnut
Pinus strobus
White Pine
Phragmites australis
Common Reed
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Xylocopa virginica
Carpenter bee
Neogobius melanostomus
Round goby
Aplodinotus grunniens
freshwater drum
Lithobates clamitans
Green Frog
Myiarchus crinitus
Great-Crested Flycatcher
Quiscalus quiscula
Common Grackle
Vireo gilvus
Warbling Vireo (Western)
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Inonotus obliquus
Chaga
Trametes versicolor
Turkeytail
Juniperus virginiana
Red Cedar Juniper
Abies balsamea
Eastern Fir
Tsuga canadensis
Canada Hemlock
Dactylis glomerata
Orchardgrass
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Onondaga County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Town Of Clay. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Town Of Claywithin Onondaga County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.