Sayreville
Ecosystem Overview
The Sayreville ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 88 taxonomic genera. Located in middlesex 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. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 30 middlesex county County natural areas, placing it in the 87th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Pinus strobus
White Pine
Chroicocephalus philadelphia
Bonaparte's Gull
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Larus smithsonianus
American Herring Gull
Larus marinus
great black-backed gull
Leucophaeus atricilla
Laughing Gull
Mya arenaria
Softshell clam
Branta bernicla
dark-bellied brent goose
Morella pensylvanica
Candleberry
Calidris alba
sanderling
Pluvialis squatarola
grey plover
Ilyanassa obsoleta
Eastern Mudsnail
Callinectes sapidus
blue swimming crab
Rhus copallina
Black Sumac
Crepidula fornicata
Common Atlantic Slippersnail
Solidago sempervirens
Evergreen Goldenrod
Mercenaria mercenaria
hard shell
Chroicocephalus ridibundus
Black-headed Gull
Clathria prolifera
Red Beard Sponge
Celithemis elisa
Calico Pennant
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Middlesex County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Sayreville. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Sayrevillewithin Middlesex County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.