West Carrollton
Ecosystem Overview
The West Carrollton 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, West Carrollton offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #7 for species diversity among 16 montgomery county County natural areas, placing it in the 56th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 17 total documented species.
Enallagma antennatum
Rainbow Bluet
Xylocopa virginica
Carpenter bee
Etheostoma blennioides
Greenside darter
Melanerpes carolinus
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Gallinago delicata
Wilson's Snipe
Aechmophorus occidentalis
Western Grebe
Anthus rubescens
Buff-bellied Pipit
Cygnus columbianus
whistling swan
Mergus serrator
Red-breasted Merganser
Gleditsia triacanthos
Honey Locust
Parthenocissus quinquefolia
Virginia-creeper
Juglans nigra
Eastern Black Walnut
Centaurea nigrescens
Alpine Knapweed
Asimina triloba
Pawpaw
Depressaria radiella
Parsnip moth
Cercis canadensis
Eastern Redbud
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Montgomery County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near West Carrollton. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (4 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement West Carrolltonwithin Montgomery County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.