Wellington
Ecosystem Overview
The Wellington ecosystem supports 24 documented wildlife species across 22 taxonomic genera. Located in lorain county, ohio, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Lorain nearby has 76% more documented species, Wellington offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #10 for species diversity among 14 lorain county County natural areas, placing it in the 29th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 24 total documented species.
Aythya affinis
Lesser Scaup
Aythya americana
Redhead
Rosa setigera
Climbing Rose
Popillia japonica
Japanese Beetle
Libellula luctuosa
Widow Skimmer
Hemaris diffinis
Snowberry Clearwing
Papilio glaucus
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Tamiasciurus hudsonicus
Ecureuil Roux
Fulica americana
American Coot
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Oxyura jamaicensis
Ruddy Duck
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Lophodytes cucullatus
Hooded Merganser
Taphrina caerulescens
Tradescantia ohiensis
Blue-Jacket
Brasenia schreberi
Schreber'S Watershield
Melilotus albus
white melilot
Penthorum sedoides
Ditch-Stonecrop
Asclepias incarnata
Pleurisy Root
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Lorain County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Wellington. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Wellingtonwithin Lorain County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.