Glen Rock
Ecosystem Overview
The Glen Rock ecosystem supports 52 documented wildlife species across 47 taxonomic genera. Located in bergen county, new jersey, 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. Compared to nearby East Rutherford, Glen Rock hosts 2500% more species diversity. This location ranks #28 for species diversity among 66 bergen county County natural areas, placing it in the 58th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 52 total documented species.
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Rhus aromatica
Squawbush
Cornus sericea
Red-osier dogwood, red willow
Asclepias syriaca
Virginia-Silk
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Clethra alnifolia
Sweet Pepperbush
Cephalanthus occidentalis
Honey-Bells
Oenothera biennis
common evening primrose
Cirsium vulgare
spear thistle
Potentilla norvegica
ternate-leaved cinquefoil
Euonymus alatus
Winged Euonymus
Rhus typhina
Staghorn sumac
Phytolacca americana
American pokeweed
Junonia coenia
Northern Buckeye
Verbena hastata
Wild Hyssop
Tamias striatus
eastern chipmunk
Oncopeltus fasciatus
Large Milkweed Bug
Melanoplus differentialis
Differential Grasshopper
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Dolichovespula maculata
Baldfaced Hornet
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Regional Wildlife Network
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