Sanctuary Marsh
Ecosystem Overview
The Sanctuary Marsh ecosystem supports 8 documented wildlife species across 8 taxonomic genera. Located in cuyahoga county, ohio, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Cleveland nearby has 92% more documented species, Sanctuary Marsh offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #48 for species diversity among 68 cuyahoga county County natural areas, placing it in the 29th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 8 total documented species.
Polistes metricus
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Perithemis tenera
Eastern Amberwing
Lithobates palustris
Pickerel Frog
Chelydra serpentina
Snapping Turtle
Podiceps auritus
horned grebe
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Want the Complete Field Guide?
Get all 8 species with 3-4 high-quality images each, detailed descriptions, and a downloadable PDF for offline use.
Get Your Personalized Field Guide
Download a professional PDF field guide featuring all the species found in Sanctuary Marsh. Perfect for outdoor adventures, education, and nature exploration.
Get Your Personalized Field Guide
Download a professional PDF field guide featuring all the species found in Sanctuary Marsh. Perfect for outdoor adventures, education, and nature exploration.
Your field guide will be delivered to this email address. Please double-check for accuracy.
Nearby Wildlife Areas in Cuyahoga County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Sanctuary Marsh. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (8 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Sanctuary Marshwithin Cuyahoga County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.