Fort Recovery
Ecosystem Overview
The Fort Recovery ecosystem supports 8 documented wildlife species across 6 taxonomic genera. Located in mercer 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 Mercer County nearby has 85% more documented species, Fort Recovery offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 5 mercer county County natural areas, placing it in the 60th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 8 total documented species.
Enallagma exsulans
Stream Bluet
Argia apicalis
Blue-fronted Dancer
Ischnura posita
Fragile Forktail
Hetaerina americana
American Rubyspot
Libellula luctuosa
Widow Skimmer
Perithemis tenera
Eastern Amberwing
Argia moesta
Powdered Dancer
Argia tibialis
Blue-tipped Dancer
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Mercer County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Fort Recovery. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Fort Recoverywithin Mercer County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.