Toledo
Ecosystem Overview
The Toledo ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 87 taxonomic genera. Located in lucas 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 #1 for species diversity among 10 lucas county County natural areas, placing it in the 90th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Bombus griseocollis
Brown-belted Bumblebee
Echinacea purpurea
eastern purple coneflower
Symphyotrichum novae-angliae
New England Or Michaelmas Daisy
Asclepias syriaca
Virginia-Silk
Solidago rigida
Stiff-Leaved Goldenrod
Ratibida pinnata
Gray-Head Prairie-Coneflower
Trifolium pratense
red clover
Bombus bimaculatus
Two-Spotted Bumble Bee
Plantago lanceolata
ribwort plantain
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Asclepias tuberosa
Chieger-Flower
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Oncopeltus fasciatus
Large Milkweed Bug
Chamaecrista fasciculata
Sleepingplant
Diabrotica undecimpunctata
Spotted Cucumber Beetle
Monarda fistulosa
Wild Bergamot
Lygaeus turcicus
Pieris rapae
small white
Xylocopa virginica
Carpenter bee
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Lucas County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Toledo. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Toledowithin Lucas County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.