East Goshen Township
Ecosystem Overview
The East Goshen Township ecosystem supports 54 documented wildlife species across 53 taxonomic genera. Located in chester county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 11 frequently observed species and 10 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Chester County nearby has 46% more documented species, East Goshen Township offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #14 for species diversity among 67 chester county County natural areas, placing it in the 79th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 54 total documented species.
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Sialia sialis
Eastern Bluebird
Asclepias verticillata
Whorled Milkweed
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Junco hyemalis
dark-eyed junco
Pieris rapae
small white
Agrilus planipennis
Emerald Ash Borer
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Sitta carolinensis
White-Breasted Nuthatch (Interior West)
Sayornis phoebe
Eastern Phoebe
Buteo lineatus
Red-Shouldered/Broad-Winged Hawk
Isodontia mexicana
Xylocopa virginica
Carpenter bee
Scolia dubia
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Chester County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near East Goshen 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 East Goshen Townshipwithin Chester County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.