Chatham Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Chatham Township ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 92 taxonomic genera. Located in morris 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 Morristown, Chatham Township hosts 92% more species diversity. This location ranks #9 for species diversity among 43 morris county County natural areas, placing it in the 79th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Lon zabulon
Zabulon Skipper
Vanessa virginiensis
American Lady
Kalmia latifolia
Mountain-Laurel
Geranium maculatum
Wild Geranium
Pieris rapae
small white
Chelydra serpentina
Snapping Turtle
Argia apicalis
Blue-fronted Dancer
Epargyreus clarus
Silver-Spotted Skipper
Asclepias purpurascens
purple milkweed
Clethra alnifolia
Sweet Pepperbush
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Papilio glaucus
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Perithemis tenera
Eastern Amberwing
Plathemis lydia
Common Whitetail
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Junonia coenia
Northern Buckeye
Vernia verna
Libellula semifasciata
Painted Skimmer
Cicindela sexguttata
Six-Spotted Tiger Beetle
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Morris County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Chatham Township. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Chatham Townshipwithin Morris County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.