Lake Isaac
Ecosystem Overview
The Lake Isaac ecosystem supports 28 documented wildlife species across 26 taxonomic genera. Located in cuyahoga county, ohio, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 6 frequently observed species and 5 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Cleveland nearby has 72% more documented species, Lake Isaac offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #35 for species diversity among 68 cuyahoga county County natural areas, placing it in the 49th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 28 total documented species.
Sitta carolinensis
White-Breasted Nuthatch (Interior West)
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Dryobates pubescens
Downy Woodpecker
Actitis macularius
spotted sandpiper
Poecile atricapillus
Black-capped chickadee
Lophodytes cucullatus
Hooded Merganser
Zonotrichia albicollis
white-throated sparrow
Setophaga palmarum
Palm Warbler
Dolichovespula maculata
Baldfaced Hornet
Ctenucha virginica
Virginia Ctenucha Moth
Epargyreus clarus
Silver-Spotted Skipper
Tamiasciurus hudsonicus
Ecureuil Roux
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Buteo lineatus
Red-Shouldered/Broad-Winged Hawk
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Baeolophus bicolor
tufted titmouse
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Oxyura jamaicensis
Ruddy Duck
Asclepias syriaca
Virginia-Silk
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Regional Wildlife Network
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