Charlestown
Ecosystem Overview
The Charlestown ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 93 taxonomic genera. Located in sullivan county, new hampshire, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Claremont, Charlestown hosts 3% more species diversity. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 19 sullivan county County natural areas, placing it in the 84th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Pinus strobus
White Pine
Anaxyrus americanus
American Toad
Lysimachia borealis
Maystar
Lithobates sylvaticus
Wood Frog
Viburnum lantanoides
Moosewood
Lithobates catesbeianus
Common Bullfrog
Maianthemum canadense
Canadian May-Lily
Matteuccia struthiopteris
ostrich fern
Fragaria virginiana
Thickleaved Wild Strawberry
Nymphaea odorata
American white waterlily
Notophthalmus viridescens
Eastern newt
Rosa multiflora
Many-Flower Rose
Asclepias syriaca
Virginia-Silk
Acer pensylvanicum
Moose Maple
Acer rubrum
Maple
Strix varia
barred owl
Procyon lotor
raccoon, northern raccoon
Dryopteris intermedia
Intermediate Wood Fern
Herpyllus ecclesiasticus
Parson Spider
Lophocampa caryae
Hickory Tussock Moth
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Sullivan County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Charlestown. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Charlestownwithin Sullivan County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.