Bethel Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Bethel Township ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 90 taxonomic genera. Located in armstrong county, pennsylvania, 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 #5 for species diversity among 34 armstrong county County natural areas, placing it in the 85th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Bombylius major
Bee Fly
Tringa melanoleuca
Greater Yellowlegs
Sarcoscypha occidentalis
Marmota monax
Waldmurmeltier
Actitis macularius
spotted sandpiper
Melanerpes erythrocephalus
Red-headed Woodpecker
Tringa flavipes
lesser yellowlegs
Charadrius semipalmatus
Semipalmated Plover
Osmia bucephala
Calidris minutilla
least sandpiper
Lophodytes cucullatus
Hooded Merganser
Regulus satrapa
Golden-crowned Kinglet
Seiurus aurocapilla
Ovenbird
Mareca americana
American Wigeon
Aix sponsa
wood duck
Sphyrapicus varius
yellow-bellied sapsucker
Polystichum acrostichoides
dagger fern
Adiantum pedatum
Five-Finger Fern
Epiphragma fasciapenne
Sphex ichneumoneus
Great Golden Digger Wasp
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Armstrong County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Bethel Township. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (5 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Bethel Townshipwithin Armstrong County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.