South Orange
Ecosystem Overview
The South Orange ecosystem supports 63 documented wildlife species across 61 taxonomic genera. Located in essex county, new jersey, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 13 frequently observed species and 12 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Newark nearby has 37% more documented species, South Orange offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #7 for species diversity among 22 essex 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 63 total documented species.
Phytolacca americana
American pokeweed
Ailanthus altissima
Tree of heaven
Hapithus agitator
Restless Bush Cricket
Alliaria petiolata
garlic mustard
Zelus luridus
Pale Green Assassin Bug
Acer platanoides
norway maple
Glechoma hederacea
ground ivy
Ficaria verna
Lesser Celandine
Calycopis cecrops
Red-Banded Hairstreak
Lacinipolia renigera
Kidney-Spotted Minor
Eristalis arbustorum
Hover Fly
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Toxomerus geminatus
Eastern Calligrapher
Entylia carinata
Keeled Treehopper
Naphrys pulex
Orchesella villosa
Micromus posticus
Chelydra serpentina
Snapping Turtle
Sphex pensylvanicus
Great Black Digger Wasp
Vespula maculifrons
Eastern Yellowjacket
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Essex County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near South Orange. 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 South Orangewithin Essex County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.