Hidden Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Hidden Lake ecosystem supports 17 documented wildlife species across 16 taxonomic genera. Located in franklin county, ohio, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Franklin County nearby has 83% more documented species, Hidden Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 11 franklin county County natural areas, placing it in the 64th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 17 total documented species.
Castor canadensis
Canadian beaver
Cygnus olor
Mute Swan
Butorides virescens
green heron
Prenolepis imparis
Small Honey Ant
Stagmomantis carolina
Larinioides cornutus
Platycryptus undatus
Tan Jumping Spider
Salticus scenicus
Zebra Jumper
Pomoxis nigromaculatus
Oswego Bass
Lithobates catesbeianus
Common Bullfrog
Graptemys geographica
common map turtle
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Cygnus buccinator
trumpeter swan
Verbena hastata
Wild Hyssop
Sciurus carolinensis
Grey squirrel
Archilochus colubris
Ruby-throated Hummingbird
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Franklin County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Hidden Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Hidden Lakewithin Franklin County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.