North Ridgeville
Ecosystem Overview
The North Ridgeville ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 81 taxonomic genera. Located in lorain 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 #2 for species diversity among 14 lorain county County natural areas, placing it in the 86th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Aix sponsa
wood duck
Cygnus buccinator
trumpeter swan
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Bombus bimaculatus
Two-Spotted Bumble Bee
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Chrysemys picta
Eastern Painted Turtle
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Sialia sialis
Eastern Bluebird
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Tachycineta bicolor
Tree/Violet-Green Swallow
Augochlora pura
Pure Green Sweat Bee
Anthophora terminalis
Bombus griseocollis
Brown-belted Bumblebee
Spizelloides arborea
American Tree Sparrow
Lithobates catesbeianus
Common Bullfrog
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Lorain County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near North Ridgeville. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement North Ridgevillewithin Lorain County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.