South Plainfield
Ecosystem Overview
The South Plainfield ecosystem supports 14 documented wildlife species across 14 taxonomic genera. Located in middlesex county, new jersey, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While New Brunswick nearby has 86% more documented species, South Plainfield offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #19 for species diversity among 30 middlesex county County natural areas, placing it in the 37th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 14 total documented species.
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Placobdella parasitica
Smooth Turtle Leech
Notemigonus crysoleucas
Golden Shiner Minnow
Melanerpes carolinus
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Empidonax virescens
Acadian Flycatcher
Reynoutria japonica
Japanese Knotweed
Liquidambar styraciflua
satin-walnut
Toxicodendron radicans
poison ivy
Umbra pygmaea
Eastern Mudminnow
Zonotrichia albicollis
white-throated sparrow
Pseudoedophrys hilleri
Carduus nutans
nodding thistle
Oxalis corniculata
Creeping woodsorrel
Dryobates pubescens
Downy Woodpecker
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Middlesex County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near South Plainfield. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (4 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement South Plainfieldwithin Middlesex County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.