Bernards Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Bernards Township ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 93 taxonomic genera. Located in somerset 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 #8 for species diversity among 23 somerset county County natural areas, placing it in the 65th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Tamias striatus
eastern chipmunk
Asclepias purpurascens
purple milkweed
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Liquidambar styraciflua
satin-walnut
Monarda fistulosa
Wild Bergamot
Penstemon digitalis
Lon zabulon
Zabulon Skipper
Lobelia cardinalis
Cardinalflower
Baeolophus bicolor
tufted titmouse
Chelydra serpentina
Snapping Turtle
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Berberis thunbergii
japanese barberry
Sialia sialis
Eastern Bluebird
Viburnum opulus
guelder rose
Chimaphila maculata
Spotted Pipsissewa
Quercus alba
Eastern White Oak
Cephalanthus occidentalis
Honey-Bells
Lithobates sylvaticus
Wood Frog
Sympetrum vicinum
Autumn Meadowhawk
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Somerset County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Bernards Township. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (5 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Bernards Townshipwithin Somerset County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.