Bladdernut, bishop's-cap, and shooting star are also found here, as well as several species of ferns. The forested areas provide habitat for many species of nongame wildlife. Woodpeckers, flycatchers, thrushes, vireos, and warblers are among the breeding birds on the site. The area provides critical stop-over habitat for many more species during migration. Great blue herons and green herons have been observed here.
Mammals utilizing the area include raccoons, chipmunks, gray and fox squirrels, beaver, and deer.
Shrews, white-footed mice, weasels, and fox may also be seen. Nineteen species of fish have been recorded from Franklin Creek. For years the Franklin Creek has been a favorite local recreation site. In 1970, Mrs. Winifred Knox donated 100 acres of land for wildlife preservation her pioneer ancestors had settled. Through the 1970s, the Natural Land Institute purchased additional properties as they became available.