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State College South

Ecosystem Overview

The State College South ecosystem supports 8 documented wildlife species across 8 taxonomic genera. Located in centre county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While State College nearby has 92% more documented species, State College South offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #26 for species diversity among 39 centre county County natural areas, placing it in the 33th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

8
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
8
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
5
Common Species
Frequently observed species
3
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#26
Regional Rank
Out of 39 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common2 species
Common3 species
Occasional2 species
Rare1 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#26 of 39 locations
33th percentile for diversity
vs. State College
-92% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 8 total documented species.

Senecio vulgaris

Senecio vulgaris

groundsel

Very Common2 obs.
Achillea millefolium

Achillea millefolium

yarrow, milfoil

Very Common2 obs.
Potentilla indica

Potentilla indica

yellow-flowered strawberry

Very Common2 obs.
Rumex obtusifolius

Rumex obtusifolius

broad-leaved dock

Very Common1 obs.
Solanum dulcamara

Solanum dulcamara

bittersweet, woody nightshade

Very Common1 obs.
Osmorhiza longistylis

Osmorhiza longistylis

Long-Style Sweet Cicely

Common1 obs.
Acer negundo

Acer negundo

ash-leaved maple, box-elder

Common1 obs.
Leucanthemum vulgare

Leucanthemum vulgare

ox-eye daisy

Common1 obs.

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Regional Wildlife Network

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