Lawrence Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Lawrence Township ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 94 taxonomic genera. Located in mercer 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. Compared to nearby Trenton, Lawrence Township hosts 317% more species diversity. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 13 mercer county County natural areas, placing it in the 54th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Passerculus sandwichensis
Savannah Sparrow
Artemisia vulgaris
mugwort
Spizella pusilla
Field Sparrow
Ficaria verna
Lesser Celandine
Alliaria petiolata
garlic mustard
Zonotrichia leucophrys
white-crowned sparrow
Coragyps atratus
Black Vulture
Setophaga coronata
Myrtle Warbler
Taraxacum officinale
common dandelion
Robinia pseudoacacia
Black locust
Toxicodendron radicans
poison ivy
Rosa multiflora
Many-Flower Rose
Rumex obtusifolius
broad-leaved dock
Lithobates sylvaticus
Wood Frog
Camponotus pennsylvanicus
Carpenter Ant
Acer rubrum
Maple
Rubus phoenicolasius
wineberry
Ajuga reptans
bugle
Lamium amplexicaule
henbit dead-nettle
Toxomerus marginatus
Syrphid Fly
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Mercer County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lawrence Township. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (4 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lawrence Townshipwithin Mercer County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.