Glen Echo
Ecosystem Overview
The Glen Echo ecosystem supports 54 documented wildlife species across 53 taxonomic genera. Located in montgomery county, maryland, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 11 frequently observed species and 10 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Montgomery County nearby has 46% more documented species, Glen Echo offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 36 montgomery county County natural areas, placing it in the 86th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 54 total documented species.
Pachypsylla venusta
Colonus sylvanus
jumping spiders
Iris pseudacorus
yellow flag, yellow iris
Camponotus castaneus
Packera aurea
Liferoot
Pieris rapae
small white
Corydalus cornutus
Photinus pyralis
Big Dipper Firefly
Phyllopalpus pulchellus
Handsome Trig
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Celticecis spiniformis
Anacampsis levipedella
Boisea trivittata
Pachypsylla celtidismamma
Tylozygus geometricus
Jikradia olitoria
Coppery Leafhopper
Sphaerophoria contigua
Tufted Globetail
Pelegrina proterva
Common White-Cheeked Jumping Spider
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Anthrenus verbasci
Varied carpet beetle
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Montgomery County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Glen Echo. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (4 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Glen Echowithin Montgomery County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.