Rockaway Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Rockaway Township ecosystem supports 39 documented wildlife species across 38 taxonomic genera. Located in morris county, new jersey, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 7 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Morristown nearby has 25% more documented species, Rockaway Township offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #19 for species diversity among 43 morris county County natural areas, placing it in the 56th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 39 total documented species.
Pinus strobus
White Pine
Melampyrum lineare
Narrowleaf Cowwheat
Picea abies
Norway spruce
Nicrophorus orbicollis
Roundneck Sexton Beetle
Meloe impressus
Toxomerus geminatus
Eastern Calligrapher
Actias luna
North American Luna Moth
Vanessa atalanta
Red Admiral
Pieris rapae
small white
Celastrina ladon
Spring Azure
Onoclea sensibilis
Polypod Brake
Polygonatum pubescens
Downy Solomon'S Seal
Kalmia latifolia
Mountain-Laurel
Rubus phoenicolasius
wineberry
Rosa multiflora
Many-Flower Rose
Berberis thunbergii
japanese barberry
Scleranthus annuus
Annual Knawel
Tussilago farfara
coltsfoot
Celastrus orbiculatus
Asian Bittersweet
Lysimachia quadrifolia
Crosswort
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Morris County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Rockaway 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 Rockaway Townshipwithin Morris County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.