Bellefonte
Ecosystem Overview
The Bellefonte ecosystem supports 19 documented wildlife species across 17 taxonomic genera. Located in centre county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While State College nearby has 81% more documented species, Bellefonte offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #19 for species diversity among 39 centre county County natural areas, placing it in the 51th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 19 total documented species.
Plantago lanceolata
ribwort plantain
Hemerocallis fulva
Fulvous Day-Lily
Solanum dulcamara
bittersweet, woody nightshade
Medicago lupulina
Black medick
Erigeron philadelphicus
common fleabane
Verbascum thapsus
Aaron'S-Rod
Plantago major
Great Plantain
Acer platanoides
norway maple
Ailanthus altissima
Tree of heaven
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Chelidonium majus
greater celandine
Trifolium repens
Dutch clover
Potentilla indica
yellow-flowered strawberry
Cichorium intybus
chicory
Taraxacum officinale
common dandelion
Melilotus officinalis
Sweetclover
Cymbalaria muralis
Kenilworth ivy
Trifolium pratense
red clover
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Centre County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Bellefonte. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (5 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Bellefontewithin Centre County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.