Pequannock Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Pequannock Township ecosystem supports 23 documented wildlife species across 19 taxonomic genera. Located in morris county, new jersey, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Morristown nearby has 56% more documented species, Pequannock Township offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #22 for species diversity among 43 morris county County natural areas, placing it in the 49th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 23 total documented species.
Thorybes pylades
Northern Cloudywing
Cicindela sexguttata
Six-Spotted Tiger Beetle
Libellula pulchella
Twelve-spotted Skimmer
Libellula semifasciata
Painted Skimmer
Libellula luctuosa
Widow Skimmer
Perithemis tenera
Eastern Amberwing
Alypia octomaculata
Eightspotted Forester
Phyciodes tharos
Pearl Crescent
Anthocharis midea
Falcate Orangetip
Pieris rapae
small white
Calycopis cecrops
Red-Banded Hairstreak
Epargyreus clarus
Silver-Spotted Skipper
Viburnum prunifolium
Blackhaw
Rubus odoratus
Purpleflowered Raspberry
Aralia nudicaulis
Shotbush
Vanessa virginiensis
American Lady
Epitheca cynosura
Common Baskettail
Junonia coenia
Northern Buckeye
Robinia pseudoacacia
Black locust
Erynnis baptisiae
Wild Indigo Duskywing
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Morris County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Pequannock 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 Pequannock Townshipwithin Morris County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.