Avon
Ecosystem Overview
The Avon ecosystem supports 37 documented wildlife species across 33 taxonomic genera. Located in lorain 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 Lorain nearby has 63% more documented species, Avon offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #7 for species diversity among 14 lorain county County natural areas, placing it in the 50th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 37 total documented species.
Bombus griseocollis
Brown-belted Bumblebee
Lysimachia ciliata
Fringed Loosestrife
Charadrius semipalmatus
Semipalmated Plover
Argia apicalis
Blue-fronted Dancer
Mimulus alatus
winged monkeyflower
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Halictus ligatus
Ligated Furrow Bee
Dissosteira carolina
Carolina Grasshopper
Vanessa atalanta
Red Admiral
Phyciodes tharos
Pearl Crescent
Papilio glaucus
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Euphyes vestris
Dun Skipper
Misumenoides formosipes
Whitebanded Crab Spider
Tringa solitaria
Solitary Sandpiper
Tringa flavipes
lesser yellowlegs
Calidris melanotos
pectoral sandpiper
Calidris pusilla
Semipalmated Sandpiper
Actitis macularius
spotted sandpiper
Gallinago delicata
Wilson's Snipe
Corvus ossifragus
fish crow
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Lorain County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Avon. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Avonwithin Lorain County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.