Howard Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Howard Township ecosystem supports 44 documented wildlife species across 43 taxonomic genera. Located in centre county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 9 frequently observed species and 8 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While State College nearby has 56% more documented species, Howard Township offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #13 for species diversity among 39 centre county County natural areas, placing it in the 67th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 44 total documented species.
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Gnamptopelta obsidianator
Datura stramonium
thorn-apple
Trabeops aurantiacus
Pseudacris crucifer
Spring Peeper
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Gavia immer
great northern loon
Empidonax alnorum
Alder Flycatcher
Asplenium rhizophyllum
Walking-Fern Spleenwort
Asplenium platyneuron
ebony spleenwort
Carex squarrosa
Squarrose Sedge
Uvularia perfoliata
Perfoliate Bellwort
Medeola virginiana
Indian Cucumber Root
Goodyera pubescens
Downy Rattlesnake Plantain
Papilio troilus
Spicebush
Cardamine bulbosa
Bulbous Bitter-Cress
Euphorbia corollata
American Spurge
Cirsium muticum
Swamp Thistle
Hibiscus trionum
Flower of an hour
Hippodamia variegata
Ladybird beetle
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Centre County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Howard Township. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (5 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Howard Townshipwithin Centre County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.