Frostburg
Ecosystem Overview
The Frostburg ecosystem supports 77 documented wildlife species across 72 taxonomic genera. Located in allegany county, maryland, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 16 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Allegany County nearby has 23% more documented species, Frostburg offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 5 allegany county County natural areas, placing it in the 60th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 77 total documented species.
Philaenus spumarius
Cuckoo-Spit Insect
Stenotus binotatus
Plant bug
Toxomerus marginatus
Syrphid Fly
Marmota monax
Waldmurmeltier
Saponaria officinalis
soapwort
Clinopodium vulgare
wild basil
Solanum dulcamara
bittersweet, woody nightshade
Veronica serpyllifolia
Thymeleaf speedwell
Nemotelus kansensis
Toxomerus geminatus
Eastern Calligrapher
Libellula pulchella
Twelve-spotted Skimmer
Phyciodes tharos
Pearl Crescent
Ischnura verticalis
Eastern Forktail
Rhagio hirta
Lacinipolia explicata
Dissosteira carolina
Carolina Grasshopper
Condylostylus patibulatus
Lophocampa caryae
Hickory Tussock Moth
Capraita sexmaculata
Odontota dorsalis
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Allegany County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Frostburg. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Frostburgwithin Allegany County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.