Delaware County
Ecosystem Overview
The Delaware County ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 96 taxonomic genera. Located in delaware county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Chester, Delaware County hosts 669% more species diversity. This location ranks #7 for species diversity among 41 delaware county County natural areas, placing it in the 83th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Lycorma delicatula
Spot Clothing Wax Cicada
Sciurus carolinensis
Grey squirrel
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Papilio glaucus
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Sylvilagus floridanus
Lapin A Queue Blanche
Thryothorus ludovicianus
Carolina Wren
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Junco hyemalis
dark-eyed junco
Alliaria petiolata
garlic mustard
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Podophyllum peltatum
Mayapple
Liriodendron tulipifera
Tulip Poplar
Dumetella carolinensis
Catbird
Athetis tarda
Slowpoke Moth
Laetiporus sulphureus
Chicken-Of-The-Woods
Sanguinaria canadensis
Puccoon-Root
Rosa multiflora
Many-Flower Rose
Symplocarpus foetidus
Skunk Cabbage
Tamias striatus
eastern chipmunk
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Delaware County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Delaware County. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Delaware Countywithin Delaware County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.