Shelby
Ecosystem Overview
The Shelby ecosystem supports 17 documented wildlife species across 15 taxonomic genera. Located in richland 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 Mansfield nearby has 72% more documented species, Shelby offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 5 richland county County natural areas, placing it in the 20th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 17 total documented species.
Libellula pulchella
Twelve-spotted Skimmer
Neolasioptera verbesinae
Celastrina ladon
Spring Azure
Daktulosphaira vitifoliae
grape phylloxera
Anaxyrus americanus
American Toad
Pseudacris crucifer
Spring Peeper
Trillium sessile
Toadshade
Erythronium americanum
trout-lily
Erythronium albidum
white trout-lily
Dicentra cucullaria
turkey-corn
Polemonium reptans
Creeping Polemonium
Claytonia virginica
Eastern Springbeauty
Argia apicalis
Blue-fronted Dancer
Argia tibialis
Blue-tipped Dancer
Lestes rectangularis
Slender Spreadwing
Branta bernicla
dark-bellied brent goose
Lindera benzoin
Wild Allspice
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Richland County
Discover 4 other wildlife-rich locations near Shelby. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Shelbywithin Richland County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.