Leonia
Ecosystem Overview
The Leonia ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 85 taxonomic genera. Located in bergen county, new jersey, 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 East Rutherford, Leonia hosts 4900% more species diversity. This location ranks #21 for species diversity among 66 bergen county County natural areas, placing it in the 68th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Sagittaria latifolia
Broadleaf arrowhead
Humulus scandens
Japanese Hop
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Asclepias syriaca
Virginia-Silk
Galium aparine
Bedstraw
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Populus deltoides
Match Poplar
Acer rubrum
Maple
Verbascum thapsus
Aaron'S-Rod
Typha latifolia
bulrush
Verbascum blattaria
Moth Mullein
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Artemisia vulgaris
mugwort
Daucus carota
wild carrot
Eupatorium serotinum
late boneset
Solidago rigida
Stiff-Leaved Goldenrod
Alliaria petiolata
garlic mustard
Oenothera biennis
common evening primrose
Celastrus orbiculatus
Asian Bittersweet
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
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