South Bass Island
Ecosystem Overview
The South Bass Island ecosystem supports 49 documented wildlife species across 48 taxonomic genera. Located in ottawa county, ohio, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 10 frequently observed species and 9 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Ottawa County nearby has 51% more documented species, South Bass Island offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 8 ottawa county County natural areas, placing it in the 75th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 49 total documented species.
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Celticecis spiniformis
Xylocopa virginica
Carpenter bee
Pantherophis vulpinus
Eastern Fox Snake
Meconema thalassinum
oak bush-cricket
Dolomedes tenebrosus
Pheucticus ludovicianus
Rose-breasted Grosbeak
Larinioides cornutus
Castor canadensis
Canadian beaver
Oncopeltus fasciatus
Large Milkweed Bug
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Icterus galbula
baltimore oriole
Piranga rubra
Summer Tanager
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Galanthus nivalis
common snowdrop
Dicentra cucullaria
turkey-corn
Persicaria virginiana
American Jumpseed
Geranium robertianum
herb-robert
Vespula germanica
German Yellowjacket
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Ottawa County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near South Bass Island. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement South Bass Islandwithin Ottawa County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.