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College Heights

Ecosystem Overview

The College Heights ecosystem supports 11 documented wildlife species across 11 taxonomic genera. Located in centre 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. While State College nearby has 89% more documented species, College Heights offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #22 for species diversity among 39 centre county County natural areas, placing it in the 44th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

11
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
11
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
6
Common Species
Frequently observed species
5
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#22
Regional Rank
Out of 39 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common3 species
Common3 species
Occasional3 species
Rare2 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#22 of 39 locations
44th percentile for diversity
vs. State College
-89% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 11 total documented species.

Phyllopalpus pulchellus

Phyllopalpus pulchellus

Handsome Trig

Very Common1 obs.
Daktulosphaira vitifoliae

Daktulosphaira vitifoliae

grape phylloxera

Very Common1 obs.
Metcalfa pruinosa

Metcalfa pruinosa

Citrus Flatid Planthopper

Very Common1 obs.
Trachelas tranquillus

Trachelas tranquillus

Very Common1 obs.
Marmota monax

Marmota monax

Waldmurmeltier

Very Common1 obs.
Thamnophis sirtalis

Thamnophis sirtalis

Common Garter Snake

Common1 obs.
Quiscalus quiscula

Quiscalus quiscula

Common Grackle

Common1 obs.
Solanum dulcamara

Solanum dulcamara

bittersweet, woody nightshade

Common1 obs.
Phytolacca americana

Phytolacca americana

American pokeweed

Common1 obs.
Circaea canadensis

Circaea canadensis

Broadleaf Enchanter'S Nightshade

Common1 obs.
Cichorium intybus

Cichorium intybus

chicory

Common1 obs.

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Regional Wildlife Network

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