Willistown Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Willistown Township ecosystem supports 18 documented wildlife species across 18 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 82% more documented species, Willistown Township offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #33 for species diversity among 67 chester county County natural areas, placing it in the 51th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 18 total documented species.
Vireo olivaceus
Red-eyed Vireo
Chrysochus auratus
Dogbane Leaf Beetle
Antheraea polyphemus
Polyphemus Moth
Anaxyrus americanus
American Toad
Lithobates clamitans
Green Frog
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Seiurus aurocapilla
Ovenbird
Catharus ustulatus
Swainson's Thrush
Dumetella carolinensis
Catbird
Conocybe apala
Milky Conecap
Pholiota aurivella
Golden Scalycap
Artomyces pyxidatus
Crown-Tipped Coral Fungus
Rosa carolina
Carolina Rose
Apocynum cannabinum
American-Hemp
Asclepias syriaca
Virginia-Silk
Mycetinis opacus
Setophaga pinus
Pine Warbler
Leiothlypis celata
Orange-crowned Warbler
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Chester County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Willistown 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 Willistown Townshipwithin Chester County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.