Ironton
Ecosystem Overview
The Ironton ecosystem supports 10 documented wildlife species across 10 taxonomic genera. Located in lawrence county, ohio, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Lawrence County nearby has 90% more documented species, Ironton offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 2 lawrence county County natural areas, placing it in the 0th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 10 total documented species.
Acronicta americana
American Dagger
Pyrrharctia isabella
Isabella Tiger Moth
Antheraea polyphemus
Polyphemus Moth
Tachycineta bicolor
Tree/Violet-Green Swallow
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Lamium amplexicaule
henbit dead-nettle
Veronica persica
common field-speedwell
Argiope aurantia
Yellow Garden Spider
Chlorophyllum molybdites
False Parasol
Tenodera sinensis
Chinese Mantis
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Lawrence County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Irontonwithin Lawrence County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.