Little Egg Harbor Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Little Egg Harbor Township ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 92 taxonomic genera. Located in ocean 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. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 33 ocean county County natural areas, placing it in the 88th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Corema conradii
Broom-Crowberry
Pinus rigida
pitch pine
Kalmia buxifolia
sandmyrtle
Arctostaphylos uva-ursi
bearberry
Drosera intermedia
oblong-leaved sundew
Lucania parva
Rainwater Killifish
Orthopristis chrysoptera
Pigfish
Cicindela repanda
Bronzed Tiger Beetle
Kalmia latifolia
Mountain-Laurel
Syngnathus fuscus
Northern Pipefish
Cyprinodon variegatus
Sheepshead Pupfish
Sceloporus undulatus
Spear's Prairie Lizard [speari]
Bairdiella chrysoura
Silver perch
Opsanus tau
Oyster Toadfish
Kalmia angustifolia
Wicky
Quercus marilandica
blackjack oak
Juniperus virginiana
Red Cedar Juniper
Pluvialis squatarola
grey plover
Menidia menidia
Atlantic silverside
Callinectes sapidus
blue swimming crab
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Ocean County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Little Egg Harbor Township. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Little Egg Harbor Townshipwithin Ocean County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.