Franklin Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Franklin Township ecosystem supports 93 documented wildlife species across 89 taxonomic genera. Located in butler county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 19 frequently observed species and 18 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Butler County nearby has 7% more documented species, Franklin Township offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #8 for species diversity among 28 butler county County natural areas, placing it in the 71th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 93 total documented species.
Procyon lotor
raccoon, northern raccoon
Trillium grandiflorum
Large-Flower Trillium
Mitchella repens
Squawvine
Medeola virginiana
Indian Cucumber Root
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Bellis perennis
daisy
Notemigonus crysoleucas
Golden Shiner Minnow
Geranium maculatum
Wild Geranium
Maianthemum canadense
Canadian May-Lily
Porpidia albocaerulescens
Smoky-Eye Boulder Lichen
Chimaphila maculata
Spotted Pipsissewa
Merodon equestris
Hover fly
Libellula pulchella
Twelve-spotted Skimmer
Eurosta solidaginis
Goldenrod Gall Fly
Vanessa atalanta
Red Admiral
Nomophila nearctica
American Rush Veneer
Phaecasiophora confixana
Olethreutes connectum
Melanoplus differentialis
Differential Grasshopper
Ischnura verticalis
Eastern Forktail
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Butler County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Franklin Township. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Franklin Townshipwithin Butler County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.