Shaker Heights
Ecosystem Overview
The Shaker Heights ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 94 taxonomic genera. Located in cuyahoga county, ohio, 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 #14 for species diversity among 68 cuyahoga county County natural areas, placing it in the 79th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Spinus tristis
American goldfinch
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Tamias striatus
eastern chipmunk
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Dryobates pubescens
Downy Woodpecker
Sciurus niger
Cat Squirrel
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Melanerpes carolinus
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Junco hyemalis
dark-eyed junco
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Quiscalus quiscula
Common Grackle
Lycorma delicatula
Spot Clothing Wax Cicada
Plethodon cinereus
Eastern Red-Backed Salamander
Haemorhous mexicanus
House Finch
Oniscus asellus
common shiny woodlouse
Sitta carolinensis
White-Breasted Nuthatch (Interior West)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Shaker Heightswithin Cuyahoga County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.