Steelton
Ecosystem Overview
The Steelton ecosystem supports 19 documented wildlife species across 18 taxonomic genera. Located in dauphin 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 Dauphin County nearby has 81% more documented species, Steelton offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 7 dauphin county County natural areas, placing it in the 71th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 19 total documented species.
Charidotella sexpunctata
Golden Tortoise Beetle
Charidotella purpurata
Kuschelina vians
Polistes metricus
Dolichovespula maculata
Baldfaced Hornet
Bombus bimaculatus
Two-Spotted Bumble Bee
Ctenolepisma lineata
Four-Lined Silverfish
Diogmites neoternatus
Galasa nigrinodis
Pyralis farinalis
Meal Moth
Fieberiella florii
Leafhopper
Boisea trivittata
Micrathena gracilis
Orb Weavers
Metacyrba taeniola
Phidippus audax
Bold Jumper
Cassida piperata
Ptecticus trivittatus
Compost Fly
Storeria dekayi
Northern Brown Snake
Ocyptamus fuscipennis
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Dauphin County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Steelton. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Steeltonwithin Dauphin County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.