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Tinkers Creek Lake

Ecosystem Overview

The Tinkers Creek Lake ecosystem supports 16 documented wildlife species across 16 taxonomic genera. Located in portage 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 Kent nearby has 84% more documented species, Tinkers Creek Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #8 for species diversity among 11 portage county County natural areas, placing it in the 27th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

16
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
16
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
9
Common Species
Frequently observed species
7
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#8
Regional Rank
Out of 11 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common4 species
Common5 species
Occasional4 species
Rare3 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#8 of 11 locations
27th percentile for diversity
vs. Kent
-84% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 16 total documented species.

Perithemis tenera

Perithemis tenera

Eastern Amberwing

Very Common7 obs.
Chelydra serpentina

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle

Very Common1 obs.
Chrysemys picta

Chrysemys picta

Eastern Painted Turtle

Very Common1 obs.
Cathartes aura

Cathartes aura

Turkey Vulture

Very Common1 obs.
Steccherinum ochraceum

Steccherinum ochraceum

Very Common1 obs.
Myelochroa aurulenta

Myelochroa aurulenta

Common1 obs.
Physcia stellaris

Physcia stellaris

Star Rosette Lichen

Common1 obs.
Ramalina americana

Ramalina americana

Common1 obs.
Lestes vigilax

Lestes vigilax

Swamp Spreadwing

Common1 obs.
Tyrannus tyrannus

Tyrannus tyrannus

Eastern Kingbird

Common1 obs.
Troglodytes aedon

Troglodytes aedon

House Wren

Common1 obs.
Spinus tristis

Spinus tristis

American goldfinch

Occasional1 obs.
Salix discolor

Salix discolor

Large Pussy Willow

Occasional1 obs.
Decodon verticillatus

Decodon verticillatus

Hairy Swamp Loosestrife

Occasional1 obs.
Ardea herodias

Ardea herodias

Great Blue Heron

Occasional1 obs.
Anas platyrhynchos

Anas platyrhynchos

mallard

Occasional1 obs.

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Regional Wildlife Network

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