Harlem Meer
Ecosystem Overview
The Harlem Meer ecosystem supports 34 documented wildlife species across 33 taxonomic genera. Located in new york county, new york, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 7 frequently observed species and 6 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While New York County nearby has 66% more documented species, Harlem Meer offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #15 for species diversity among 21 new york county County natural areas, placing it in the 29th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 34 total documented species.
Nycticorax nycticorax
night heron, black-crowned night heron
Pontederia cordata
pickerelweed
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Perithemis tenera
Eastern Amberwing
Lepomis macrochirus
Bluegill sunfish
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Quiscalus quiscula
Common Grackle
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Artemisia vulgaris
mugwort
Asclepias incarnata
Pleurisy Root
Chaetura pelagica
Chimney Swift
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Butorides virescens
green heron
Eristalis arbustorum
Hover Fly
Procambarus clarkii
red swamp crawfish
Sphyrapicus varius
yellow-bellied sapsucker
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Icterus galbula
baltimore oriole
Stelgidopteryx serripennis
Northern Rough-winged Swallow
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in New York County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Harlem Meerwithin New York County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.