Willoughby Hills
Ecosystem Overview
The Willoughby Hills ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 93 taxonomic genera. Located in lake 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 #3 for species diversity among 23 lake county County natural areas, placing it in the 87th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Sciurus carolinensis
Grey squirrel
Melanerpes erythrocephalus
Red-headed Woodpecker
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Sialia sialis
Eastern Bluebird
Melanerpes carolinus
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Dryobates pubescens
Downy Woodpecker
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Setophaga coronata
Myrtle Warbler
Spinus tristis
American goldfinch
Sitta carolinensis
White-Breasted Nuthatch (Interior West)
Spizelloides arborea
American Tree Sparrow
Litylenchus crenatae
Grylloprociphilus imbricator
beech blight aphid
Aceria cephaloneus
Aix sponsa
wood duck
Thryothorus ludovicianus
Carolina Wren
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Lake County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Willoughby Hills. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Willoughby Hillswithin Lake County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.