Gunpowder Falls
Ecosystem Overview
The Gunpowder Falls ecosystem supports 20 documented wildlife species across 20 taxonomic genera. Located in baltimore county, maryland, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Baltimore County nearby has 80% more documented species, Gunpowder Falls offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 13 baltimore county County natural areas, placing it in the 77th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 20 total documented species.
Halysidota harrisii
Sycamore Tussock Moth
Pisaurina mira
American Nursery Web Spider
Erythronium americanum
trout-lily
Goodyera pubescens
Downy Rattlesnake Plantain
Mitella diphylla
Two-Leaf Mitrewort
Lithobates palustris
Pickerel Frog
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Pipilo erythrophthalmus
Eastern Towhee
Cerioporus squamosus
Adiantum pedatum
Five-Finger Fern
Maianthemum racemosum
Feathery False Solomon'S-Seal
Symplocarpus foetidus
Skunk Cabbage
Chimaphila maculata
Spotted Pipsissewa
Aralia nudicaulis
Shotbush
Platanus occidentalis
American Sycamore
Liriodendron tulipifera
Tulip Poplar
Veronica officinalis
Common speedwell
Smilax rotundifolia
Common Catbriar
Amanita cokeri
Parkesia motacilla
Louisiana Waterthrush
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Baltimore County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Gunpowder Falls. 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 Gunpowder Fallswithin Baltimore County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.