Mendham Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Mendham Township ecosystem supports 54 documented wildlife species across 52 taxonomic genera. Located in morris county, new jersey, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 11 frequently observed species and 10 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Morristown, Mendham Township hosts 4% more species diversity. This location ranks #17 for species diversity among 43 morris county County natural areas, placing it in the 60th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 54 total documented species.
Lithobates sylvaticus
Wood Frog
Dicyrtomina ornata
Chelone glabra
turtlehead
Deroceras reticulatum
Gray field slug
Papilio troilus
Spicebush
Papilio glaucus
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Grylloprociphilus imbricator
beech blight aphid
Prociphilus tessellatus
woolly alder aphid
Ancyloxypha numitor
Least Skipper
Calycopis cecrops
Red-Banded Hairstreak
Seiurus aurocapilla
Ovenbird
Nigronia serricornis
Tamias striatus
eastern chipmunk
Haplophthalmus danicus
Philoscia muscorum
common striped woodlouse
Hyloniscus riparius
Megarhyssa atrata
Buteo lineatus
Red-Shouldered/Broad-Winged Hawk
Sphaeroderus stenostomus
Oxidus gracilis
Millipede
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Morris County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Mendham 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 Mendham Townshipwithin Morris County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.