Potter Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Potter Township ecosystem supports 62 documented wildlife species across 60 taxonomic genera. Located in centre county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 13 frequently observed species and 12 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While State College nearby has 38% more documented species, Potter Township offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #10 for species diversity among 39 centre county County natural areas, placing it in the 74th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 62 total documented species.
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Strix varia
barred owl
Rhagio mystaceus
Common Snipe Fly
Pedilus terminalis
Tachycineta bicolor
Tree/Violet-Green Swallow
Parthenocissus quinquefolia
Virginia-creeper
Maianthemum canadense
Canadian May-Lily
Hirundo rustica
barn swallow
Eurosta solidaginis
Goldenrod Gall Fly
Asteromyia laeviana
Dasineura folliculi
Sitta carolinensis
White-Breasted Nuthatch (Interior West)
Aulagromyza cornigera
Actias luna
North American Luna Moth
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Thamnophis sirtalis
Common Garter Snake
Regulus satrapa
Golden-crowned Kinglet
Toxomerus geminatus
Eastern Calligrapher
Libellula luctuosa
Widow Skimmer
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Centre County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Potter 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 Potter Townshipwithin Centre County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.