Upper Nyack
Ecosystem Overview
The Upper Nyack ecosystem supports 26 documented wildlife species across 26 taxonomic genera. Located in town of clarkstown, new york, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 6 frequently observed species and 5 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Town of Clarkstown nearby has 66% more documented species, Upper Nyack offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 3 town of clarkstown County natural areas, placing it in the 33th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 26 total documented species.
Geranium robertianum
herb-robert
Sassafras albidum
White Sassafras
Celastrus orbiculatus
Asian Bittersweet
Paulownia tomentosa
Foxglove-tree
Betula lenta
Sweet Birch
Celtis occidentalis
Hackberry
Tilia americana
White Basswood
Rhus typhina
Staghorn sumac
Amorpha fruticosa
False Indigo-Bush
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Hypoxis hirsuta
yellow star-grass
Prunus serotina
rum cherry, black cherry
Parthenocissus quinquefolia
Virginia-creeper
Hamamelis virginiana
Northern Witch-Hazel
Ligustrum obtusifolium
Border Privet
Acer negundo
ash-leaved maple, box-elder
Toxicodendron radicans
poison ivy
Ailanthus altissima
Tree of heaven
Harmonia axyridis
Harlequin ladybird
Dryopteris marginalis
Woodfern
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Town Of Clarkstown
Discover 7 other wildlife-rich locations near Upper Nyack. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Upper Nyackwithin Town Of Clarkstown's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.