Wellington Reservoirs
Ecosystem Overview
The Wellington Reservoirs ecosystem supports 7 documented wildlife species across 6 taxonomic genera. Located in lorain county, ohio, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Lorain nearby has 93% more documented species, Wellington Reservoirs offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #13 for species diversity among 14 lorain county County natural areas, placing it in the 7th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 7 total documented species.
Aythya affinis
Lesser Scaup
Aythya americana
Redhead
Fulica americana
American Coot
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Oxyura jamaicensis
Ruddy Duck
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Lophodytes cucullatus
Hooded Merganser
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Lorain County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Wellington Reservoirs. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Wellington Reservoirswithin Lorain County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.