State College
Ecosystem Overview
The State College ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 95 taxonomic genera. Located in centre county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 39 centre county County natural areas, placing it in the 95th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Cichorium intybus
chicory
Philonix fulvicollis
Sciurus carolinensis
Grey squirrel
Solanum dulcamara
bittersweet, woody nightshade
Potentilla indica
yellow-flowered strawberry
Phytolacca americana
American pokeweed
Daucus carota
wild carrot
Galinsoga quadriradiata
shaggy soldier
Taraxacum officinale
common dandelion
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Acraspis erinacei
Dryocosmus quercuspalustris
Trifolium repens
Dutch clover
Sylvilagus floridanus
Lapin A Queue Blanche
Bassettia flavipes
Xylocopa virginica
Carpenter bee
Popillia japonica
Japanese Beetle
Veronica persica
common field-speedwell
Tamias striatus
eastern chipmunk
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Centre County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near State College. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (4 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement State Collegewithin Centre County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.