Upper Makefield Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Upper Makefield Township ecosystem supports 52 documented wildlife species across 49 taxonomic genera. Located in bucks county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 11 frequently observed species and 10 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Bucks County nearby has 48% more documented species, Upper Makefield Township offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #22 for species diversity among 54 bucks county County natural areas, placing it in the 59th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 52 total documented species.
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Aix sponsa
wood duck
Catharus fuscescens
Veery
Seiurus aurocapilla
Ovenbird
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Catharus ustulatus
Swainson's Thrush
Pipilo erythrophthalmus
Eastern Towhee
Butorides virescens
green heron
Lithobates catesbeianus
Common Bullfrog
Rhinichthys atratulus
Eastern blacknose dace
Catostomus commersonii
Grey Sucker
Sayornis phoebe
Eastern Phoebe
Vanessa atalanta
Red Admiral
Chelydra serpentina
Snapping Turtle
Sphyrapicus varius
yellow-bellied sapsucker
Melanerpes erythrocephalus
Red-headed Woodpecker
Chrysemys picta
Eastern Painted Turtle
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Condylostylus caudatus
Callopistromyia annulipes
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Bucks County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Upper Makefield Township. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Upper Makefield Townshipwithin Bucks County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.