Cowanshannock Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Cowanshannock Township ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 94 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 #4 for species diversity among 34 armstrong county County natural areas, placing it in the 88th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Quiscalus quiscula
Common Grackle
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Melanerpes carolinus
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Sturnus vulgaris
starling
Baeolophus bicolor
tufted titmouse
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Tamiasciurus hudsonicus
Ecureuil Roux
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Dryobates pubescens
Downy Woodpecker
Sciurus carolinensis
Grey squirrel
Sitta carolinensis
White-Breasted Nuthatch (Interior West)
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Hesperis matronalis
Dames rocket
Papilio glaucus
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Neoxabea bipunctata
Two-spotted Tree Cricket
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Armstrong County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Cowanshannock Township. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Cowanshannock Townshipwithin Armstrong County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.