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Morristown

Ecosystem Overview

The Morristown ecosystem supports 52 documented wildlife species across 51 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. While Morris County nearby has 48% more documented species, Morristown offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #18 for species diversity among 43 morris county County natural areas, placing it in the 58th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

52
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
51
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
27
Common Species
Frequently observed species
25
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#18
Regional Rank
Out of 43 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common11 species
Common16 species
Occasional15 species
Rare10 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#18 of 43 locations
58th percentile for diversity
vs. Morris County
-48% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 52 total documented species.

Turdus migratorius

Turdus migratorius

American Robin

Very Common7 obs.
Plantago lanceolata

Plantago lanceolata

ribwort plantain

Very Common5 obs.
Sedum sarmentosum

Sedum sarmentosum

Orpin Sarmenteux

Very Common4 obs.
Toxicodendron radicans

Toxicodendron radicans

poison ivy

Very Common3 obs.
Robinia pseudoacacia

Robinia pseudoacacia

Black locust

Very Common2 obs.
Hesperis matronalis

Hesperis matronalis

Dames rocket

Common2 obs.
Deutzia crenata

Deutzia crenata

Common2 obs.
Veronica arvensis

Veronica arvensis

wall speedwell

Common2 obs.
Vespula squamosa

Vespula squamosa

Common2 obs.
Branta canadensis

Branta canadensis

Canada goose

Common2 obs.
Liquidambar styraciflua

Liquidambar styraciflua

satin-walnut

Common2 obs.
Alliaria petiolata

Alliaria petiolata

garlic mustard

Occasional2 obs.
Candelaria concolor

Candelaria concolor

Occasional2 obs.
Sturnus vulgaris

Sturnus vulgaris

starling

Occasional2 obs.
Phytolacca americana

Phytolacca americana

American pokeweed

Occasional2 obs.
Marmota monax

Marmota monax

Waldmurmeltier

Occasional1 obs.
Maevia inclemens

Maevia inclemens

Dimorphic Jumper

Occasional1 obs.
Marpissa formosa

Marpissa formosa

Rare1 obs.
Boisea trivittata

Boisea trivittata

Rare1 obs.
Pieris rapae

Pieris rapae

small white

Rare1 obs.

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Regional Wildlife Network

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