Tait Station Reservoir
Ecosystem Overview
The Tait Station Reservoir ecosystem supports 17 documented wildlife species across 17 taxonomic genera. Located in montgomery county, ohio, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Dayton nearby has 83% more documented species, Tait Station Reservoir offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 16 montgomery county County natural areas, placing it in the 63th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 17 total documented species.
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Mareca americana
American Wigeon
Rorippa sylvestris
creeping yellow-cress
Hibiscus laevis
scarlet rose-mallow
Lysimachia vulgaris
Willowwort
Junonia coenia
Northern Buckeye
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Helenium autumnale
Swamp Sunflower
Leucophaeus pipixcan
Franklin's Gull
Bubo scandiacus
Snowy Owl
Lepomis peltastes
Northern sunfish
Butorides virescens
green heron
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Montgomery County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Tait Station Reservoir. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (4 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Tait Station Reservoirwithin Montgomery County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.