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Long Pine Run Reservoir

Ecosystem Overview

The Long Pine Run Reservoir ecosystem supports 10 documented wildlife species across 9 taxonomic genera. Located in adams county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Gettysburg nearby has 90% more documented species, Long Pine Run Reservoir offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 9 adams county County natural areas, placing it in the 44th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

10
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
9
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
6
Common Species
Frequently observed species
4
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#5
Regional Rank
Out of 9 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common3 species
Common3 species
Occasional3 species
Rare1 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#5 of 9 locations
44th percentile for diversity
vs. Gettysburg
-90% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 10 total documented species.

Megaceryle alcyon

Megaceryle alcyon

Belted Kingfisher

Very Common1 obs.
Haliaeetus leucocephalus

Haliaeetus leucocephalus

Bald Eagle

Very Common1 obs.
Larus delawarensis

Larus delawarensis

Ring-billed Gull

Very Common1 obs.
Mareca americana

Mareca americana

American Wigeon

Very Common1 obs.
Aythya affinis

Aythya affinis

Lesser Scaup

Very Common1 obs.
Aythya collaris

Aythya collaris

Ring-necked Duck

Common1 obs.
Bucephala albeola

Bucephala albeola

Bufflehead

Common1 obs.
Cygnus columbianus

Cygnus columbianus

whistling swan

Common1 obs.
Zonotrichia albicollis

Zonotrichia albicollis

white-throated sparrow

Common1 obs.
Chroicocephalus philadelphia

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

Bonaparte's Gull

Common1 obs.

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Regional Wildlife Network

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