Riverside
Ecosystem Overview
The Riverside ecosystem supports 35 documented wildlife species across 34 taxonomic genera. Located in cuyahoga county, ohio, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 6 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Cleveland nearby has 65% more documented species, Riverside offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #32 for species diversity among 68 cuyahoga 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 35 total documented species.
Mertensia virginica
Bluebells
Tamiasciurus hudsonicus
Ecureuil Roux
Meleagris gallopavo
Turkey
Dryocopus pileatus
Pileated Woodpecker
Lindera benzoin
Wild Allspice
Parancistrocerus perennis
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Augochlora pura
Pure Green Sweat Bee
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Melanerpes carolinus
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Actitis macularius
spotted sandpiper
Molothrus ater
Brown-headed Cowbird
Regulus satrapa
Golden-crowned Kinglet
Sitta carolinensis
White-Breasted Nuthatch (Interior West)
Baeolophus bicolor
tufted titmouse
Stelgidopteryx serripennis
Northern Rough-winged Swallow
Spizella passerina
Chipping Sparrow
Trillium sessile
Toadshade
Trillium flexipes
drooping trillium
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Riversidewithin Cuyahoga County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.