Orange Reservoir
Ecosystem Overview
The Orange Reservoir ecosystem supports 7 documented wildlife species across 7 taxonomic genera. Located in essex county, new jersey, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Newark nearby has 93% more documented species, Orange Reservoir offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #11 for species diversity among 22 essex county County natural areas, placing it in the 50th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 7 total documented species.
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Aix sponsa
wood duck
Artemisia vulgaris
mugwort
Betula nigra
River Birch
Mergus merganser
goosander
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Essex County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Orange Reservoirwithin Essex County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.