Montclair
Ecosystem Overview
The Montclair ecosystem supports 96 documented wildlife species across 89 taxonomic genera. Located in essex county, new jersey, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 20 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Newark nearby has 4% more documented species, Montclair offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 22 essex county County natural areas, placing it in the 77th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 96 total documented species.
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Bubo virginianus
Great Horned Owl
Conopholis americana
squawroot
Onoclea sensibilis
Polypod Brake
Podophyllum peltatum
Mayapple
Impatiens capensis
orange balsam
Rosa multiflora
Many-Flower Rose
Fagus grandifolia
American Beech
Acer rubrum
Maple
Harmonia axyridis
Harlequin ladybird
Acer platanoides
norway maple
Tilia americana
White Basswood
Claytonia virginica
Eastern Springbeauty
Vulpes vulpes
fox, red fox
Alliaria petiolata
garlic mustard
Phragmites australis
Common Reed
Archilochus colubris
Ruby-throated Hummingbird
Ficaria verna
Lesser Celandine
Symplocarpus foetidus
Skunk Cabbage
Vanessa atalanta
Red Admiral
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Essex County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Montclair. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (4 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Montclairwithin Essex County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.