Shamong Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Shamong Township ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 97 taxonomic genera. Located in burlington 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. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 42 burlington county County natural areas, placing it in the 98th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Amphipyra pyramidoides
Copper Underwing
Lepomis macrochirus
Bluegill sunfish
Lymantria dispar
Spongy moth
Chamaecyparis thyoides
White Cypress
Etheostoma fusiforme
Swamp Darter
Pomoxis annularis
Crappie
Lespedeza cuneata
sericea lespedeza
Lithobates virgatipes
Carpenter Frog
Pinus strobus
White Pine
Clogmia albipunctatus
Drain fly
Ailanthus altissima
Tree of heaven
Meleagris gallopavo
Turkey
Gaultheria procumbens
Mountain-Tea
Parapoynx maculalis
Berberis thunbergii
japanese barberry
Monotropa uniflora
One-Flowered Indian Pipe
Pontederia cordata
pickerelweed
Laccaria trullissata
Ameiurus natalis
Bullhead
Parapoynx seminealis
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Burlington County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Shamong Township. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Shamong Townshipwithin Burlington County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.