Washington Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Washington Township ecosystem supports 13 documented wildlife species across 12 taxonomic genera. Located in berks county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Reading, Washington Township hosts 8% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 18 berks county County natural areas, placing it in the 89th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 13 total documented species.
Podophyllum peltatum
Mayapple
Thamnophis sirtalis
Common Garter Snake
Symplocarpus foetidus
Skunk Cabbage
Leucauge venusta
Venusta Orchard Spider
Lithobates palustris
Pickerel Frog
Lithobates catesbeianus
Common Bullfrog
Polystichum acrostichoides
dagger fern
Erythronium americanum
trout-lily
Maianthemum racemosum
Feathery False Solomon'S-Seal
Rudiloria trimaculata
Calopteryx maculata
Ebony Jewelwing
Ficaria verna
Lesser Celandine
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Berks County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Washington Township. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (6 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Washington Townshipwithin Berks County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.