Elk Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Elk Township ecosystem supports 15 documented wildlife species across 14 taxonomic genera. Located in clarion county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Clarion County nearby has 85% more documented species, Elk Township offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 19 clarion county County natural areas, placing it in the 68th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 15 total documented species.
Frasera caroliniensis
American columbo
Thamnophis sirtalis
Common Garter Snake
Tsuga canadensis
Canada Hemlock
Quercus imbricaria
Shingle Oak
Echium vulgare
vipers bugloss
Glechoma hederacea
ground ivy
Podophyllum peltatum
Mayapple
Conium maculatum
hemlock
Hamamelis virginiana
Northern Witch-Hazel
Celastrus orbiculatus
Asian Bittersweet
Asclepias exaltata
Poke Milkweed
Acer negundo
ash-leaved maple, box-elder
Acer rubrum
Maple
Rhus typhina
Staghorn sumac
Ulmus americana
American elm
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Clarion County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Elk Township. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (6 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Elk Townshipwithin Clarion County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.