Reading
Ecosystem Overview
The Reading ecosystem supports 14 documented wildlife species across 13 taxonomic genera. Located in hamilton county, ohio, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Cincinnati nearby has 86% more documented species, Reading offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #12 for species diversity among 34 hamilton county County natural areas, placing it in the 65th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 14 total documented species.
Haemorhous mexicanus
House Finch
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Chrysemys picta
Eastern Painted Turtle
Geranium carolinianum
Carolina Crane's-bill
Ipomoea pandurata
wild sweet-potato-vine
Celtis occidentalis
Hackberry
Saponaria officinalis
soapwort
Ratibida pinnata
Gray-Head Prairie-Coneflower
Rudbeckia laciniata
Cutleaf coneflower
Coreopsis lanceolata
Lance-Leaved Tickseed
Asclepias syriaca
Virginia-Silk
Asclepias tuberosa
Chieger-Flower
Artemisia annua
Sweet sagewort
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Hamilton County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Reading. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Readingwithin Hamilton County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.