Newark
Ecosystem Overview
The Newark ecosystem supports 39 documented wildlife species across 37 taxonomic genera. Located in licking county, ohio, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 7 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Licking County nearby has 61% more documented species, Newark offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 4 licking county County natural areas, placing it in the 25th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 39 total documented species.
Argia sedula
Blue-ringed Dancer
Haemorhous mexicanus
House Finch
Libellula luctuosa
Widow Skimmer
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Tramea lacerata
Black Saddlebags
Celithemis eponina
Halloween Pennant
Celithemis elisa
Calico Pennant
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
Cardamine concatenata
Five-Part Toothwort
Claytonia virginica
Eastern Springbeauty
Enallagma basidens
Double-striped Bluet
Graphocephala versuta
Eptesicus fuscus
Sérotine Brune
Blarina brevicauda
Grande Musaraigne
Sylvilagus floridanus
Lapin A Queue Blanche
Marmota monax
Waldmurmeltier
Fulica americana
American Coot
Melanerpes carolinus
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Buteo lineatus
Red-Shouldered/Broad-Winged Hawk
Icterus galbula
baltimore oriole
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Licking County
Discover 5 other wildlife-rich locations near Newark. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Newarkwithin Licking County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.