Chester Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Chester Township ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 91 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, Chester Township hosts 92% more species diversity. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 43 morris county County natural areas, placing it in the 91th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Plethodon cinereus
Eastern Red-Backed Salamander
Lithobates clamitans
Green Frog
Ptenothrix marmorata
Eurycea bislineata
Two-lined Salamander
Papilio glaucus
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Umbra pygmaea
Eastern Mudminnow
Centaurea nigrescens
Alpine Knapweed
Chelone glabra
turtlehead
Symplocarpus foetidus
Skunk Cabbage
Dioscorea villosa
Yam Root
Epargyreus clarus
Silver-Spotted Skipper
Solidago patula
Roundleaf Goldenrod
Persicaria virginiana
American Jumpseed
Arabidopsis thaliana
thale cress
Cryptotaenia canadensis
Japanese Parsley
Pachysandra terminalis
Japanese Pachysandra
Eutrochium fistulosum
hollow joe-pyeweed
Hemaris thysbe
Hummingbird Moth
Eristalis tenax
Drone Fly
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Morris County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Chester 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 Chester Townshipwithin Morris County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.