Sheffield
Ecosystem Overview
The Sheffield ecosystem supports 10 documented wildlife species across 9 taxonomic genera. Located in lorain 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 Lorain nearby has 90% more documented species, Sheffield offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #12 for species diversity among 14 lorain county County natural areas, placing it in the 14th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 10 total documented species.
Phlox divaricata
Forest Phlox
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Tringa solitaria
Solitary Sandpiper
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Populus deltoides
Match Poplar
Claytonia virginica
Eastern Springbeauty
Toxicodendron radicans
poison ivy
Lonicera japonica
Japanese honeysuckle
Setophaga tigrina
Cape May Warbler
Setophaga caerulescens
Black-Throated Blue Warbler
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Lorain County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Sheffieldwithin Lorain County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.