Little Falls
Ecosystem Overview
The Little Falls ecosystem supports 44 documented wildlife species across 39 taxonomic genera. Located in passaic county, new jersey, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 9 frequently observed species and 8 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Paterson, Little Falls hosts 7% more species diversity. This location ranks #7 for species diversity among 19 passaic county County natural areas, placing it in the 63th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 44 total documented species.
Setophaga coronata
Myrtle Warbler
Mimus polyglottos
Northern Mockingbird
Helophilus fasciatus
Narrow-Headed Marsh Fly
Eristalis tenax
Drone Fly
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Paraphidippus aurantius
jumping spiders
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Thlaspi arvense
field pennycress
Calliphora vicina
common blow flie
Libellula semifasciata
Painted Skimmer
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Thyridopteryx ephemeraeformis
Vespula maculifrons
Eastern Yellowjacket
Toxomerus geminatus
Eastern Calligrapher
Aedes albopictus
Bibio albipennis
Brachyopa diversa
Parectopa robiniella
Locust digitate leafminer
Vespula germanica
German Yellowjacket
Polistes fuscatus
Dark Paper Wasp
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Passaic County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Little Falls. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (4 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Little Fallswithin Passaic County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.