North Canton
Ecosystem Overview
The North Canton ecosystem supports 70 documented wildlife species across 61 taxonomic genera. Located in stark county, ohio, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 15 frequently observed species and 13 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Canton nearby has 20% more documented species, North Canton offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 17 stark county County natural areas, placing it in the 82th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 70 total documented species.
Lestes rectangularis
Slender Spreadwing
Falco columbarius
merlin
Enallagma exsulans
Stream Bluet
Juniperus virginiana
Red Cedar Juniper
Aix sponsa
wood duck
Acer rubrum
Maple
Quercus imbricaria
Shingle Oak
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Symplocarpus foetidus
Skunk Cabbage
Vireo solitarius
Solitary Vireo
Euphyes conspicua
Black Dash
Populus deltoides
Match Poplar
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Ailanthus altissima
Tree of heaven
Sciurus carolinensis
Grey squirrel
Procyon lotor
raccoon, northern raccoon
Buteo lineatus
Red-Shouldered/Broad-Winged Hawk
Kokkocynips rileyi
Ischnura posita
Fragile Forktail
Ischnura verticalis
Eastern Forktail
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Stark County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near North Canton. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (4 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement North Cantonwithin Stark County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.