Charlestown
Ecosystem Overview
The Charlestown ecosystem supports 16 documented wildlife species across 15 taxonomic genera. Located in clark county, indiana, 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. Compared to nearby Jeffersonville, Charlestown hosts 45% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 4 clark county County natural areas, placing it in the 50th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 16 total documented species.
Papilio glaucus
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Papilio troilus
Spicebush
Trichodezia albovittata
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Baeolophus bicolor
tufted titmouse
Megascops asio
Eastern Screech-Owl
Phoradendron leucarpum
eastern mistletoe
Galium circaezans
Woods Bedstraw
Phytolacca americana
American pokeweed
Verbascum blattaria
Moth Mullein
Pinus virginiana
poverty pine
Pyrus calleryana
Callery Pear
Dryobates pubescens
Downy Woodpecker
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Cynanchum laeve
climbing-milkweed
Lon zabulon
Zabulon Skipper
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Clark County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Charlestown. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Charlestownwithin Clark County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.