Ringwood
Ecosystem Overview
The Ringwood ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 91 taxonomic genera. Located in passaic 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. Compared to nearby Paterson, Ringwood hosts 144% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 19 passaic county County natural areas, placing it in the 89th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Quercus alba
Eastern White Oak
Cirsium arvense
Creeping Thistle
Sanguinaria canadensis
Puccoon-Root
Polystichum acrostichoides
dagger fern
Podophyllum peltatum
Mayapple
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Eristalis tenax
Drone Fly
Euonymus alatus
Winged Euonymus
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Erythronium americanum
trout-lily
Onoclea sensibilis
Polypod Brake
Trillium erectum
Bethroot
Trillium cuneatum
Sweet Betsy
Maianthemum canadense
Canadian May-Lily
Geranium maculatum
Wild Geranium
Prunella vulgaris
selfheal
Ajuga reptans
bugle
Dicentra cucullaria
turkey-corn
Symplocarpus foetidus
Skunk Cabbage
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Passaic County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Ringwood. 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 Ringwoodwithin Passaic County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.