Huron
Ecosystem Overview
The Huron ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 81 taxonomic genera. Located in erie 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 #2 for species diversity among 7 erie county County natural areas, placing it in the 71th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Calidris alpina
dunlin
Chroicocephalus philadelphia
Bonaparte's Gull
Charadrius semipalmatus
Semipalmated Plover
Sterna forsteri
forster’s tern
Lythrum salicaria
purple loosestrife
Pluvialis squatarola
grey plover
Recurvirostra americana
American avocet
Calidris himantopus
stilt sandpiper
Rhus typhina
Staghorn sumac
Calidris pusilla
Semipalmated Sandpiper
Hydroprogne caspia
Caspian tern
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Larus fuscus
lesser black-backed gull
Larus marinus
great black-backed gull
Larus smithsonianus
American Herring Gull
Solanum dulcamara
bittersweet, woody nightshade
Datura stramonium
thorn-apple
Arenaria interpres
ruddy turnstone
Tringa flavipes
lesser yellowlegs
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Erie County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Huron. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Huronwithin Erie County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.