Chesapeake And Ohio Canal
Ecosystem Overview
The Chesapeake And Ohio Canal ecosystem supports 34 documented wildlife species across 34 taxonomic genera. Located in montgomery county, maryland, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 7 frequently observed species and 6 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Montgomery County nearby has 66% more documented species, Chesapeake And Ohio Canal offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #8 for species diversity among 36 montgomery county County natural areas, placing it in the 78th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 34 total documented species.
Mergus merganser
goosander
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Aquilegia canadensis
Colorado Columbine
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Asplenium platyneuron
ebony spleenwort
Achillea millefolium
yarrow, milfoil
Tilia americana
White Basswood
Sedum ternatum
Woodland Stonecrop
Libellula incesta
Slaty Skimmer
Lymantria dispar
Spongy moth
Strymon melinus
Cotton Square Borer
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Coragyps atratus
Black Vulture
Polioptila caerulea
Blue-Grey Gnatcatcher
Polystichum acrostichoides
dagger fern
Danthonia spicata
Poverty Wild Oatgrass
Dicentra cucullaria
turkey-corn
Phlox divaricata
Forest Phlox
Cornus florida
Flowering Dogwood
Platanus occidentalis
American Sycamore
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Montgomery County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Chesapeake And Ohio Canal. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (4 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Chesapeake And Ohio Canalwithin Montgomery County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.