Charlestown Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Charlestown Township ecosystem supports 17 documented wildlife species across 17 taxonomic genera. Located in chester county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Chester County nearby has 83% more documented species, Charlestown Township offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #37 for species diversity among 67 chester county County natural areas, placing it in the 45th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 17 total documented species.
Biscogniauxia atropunctata
Myopa clausa
Condylura cristata
star-nosed mole
Didelphis virginiana
Virginia-Opossum
Galanthus nivalis
common snowdrop
Fagus grandifolia
American Beech
Viburnum dilatatum
Linden arrowwood
Pachysandra terminalis
Japanese Pachysandra
Elaeagnus umbellata
Autumn olive
Carya cordiformis
Pignut
Liriodendron tulipifera
Tulip Poplar
Apocynum cannabinum
American-Hemp
Apiosporina morbosa
Black Knot
Perilla frutescens
Beefsteakplant
Spiraea japonica
Fortune Meadowsweet
Trifolium pratense
red clover
Leucanthemum vulgare
ox-eye daisy
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Chester County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Charlestown Township. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Charlestown Townshipwithin Chester County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.