Weehawken
Ecosystem Overview
The Weehawken ecosystem supports 16 documented wildlife species across 16 taxonomic genera. Located in hudson county, new jersey, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Jersey City nearby has 84% more documented species, Weehawken offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 12 hudson 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 16 total documented species.
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Lycorma delicatula
Spot Clothing Wax Cicada
Marmota monax
Waldmurmeltier
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Quiscalus quiscula
Common Grackle
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Aythya valisineria
Canvasback
Oxyura jamaicensis
Ruddy Duck
Commelina communis
Asiatic dayflower
Solanum dulcamara
bittersweet, woody nightshade
Phytolacca americana
American pokeweed
Cirsium vulgare
spear thistle
Asclepias syriaca
Virginia-Silk
Larus smithsonianus
American Herring Gull
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Linaria vulgaris
common toadflax
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Hudson County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Weehawken. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Weehawkenwithin Hudson County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.