Millcreek Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Millcreek Township ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 91 taxonomic genera. Located in erie 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 Erie, Millcreek Township hosts 104% more species diversity. This location ranks #7 for species diversity among 29 erie county County natural areas, placing it in the 76th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Claytonia caroliniana
Wide-Leaved Spring Beauty
Erythronium americanum
trout-lily
Cardamine concatenata
Five-Part Toothwort
Podophyllum peltatum
Mayapple
Tussilago farfara
coltsfoot
Euphorbia cyparissias
Graveyard Spurge
Maianthemum stellatum
Starry False Lily Of The Valley
Asclepias syriaca
Virginia-Silk
Maianthemum canadense
Canadian May-Lily
Hepatica acutiloba
sharp-lobed liverleaf
Onoclea sensibilis
Polypod Brake
Rosa multiflora
Many-Flower Rose
Trillium grandiflorum
Large-Flower Trillium
Tsuga canadensis
Canada Hemlock
Trametes versicolor
Turkeytail
Lathyrus japonicus
sea pea
Cardamine diphylla
Broad-Leaved Toothwort
Arisaema triphyllum
Indian-turnip
Phragmites australis
Common Reed
Populus deltoides
Match Poplar
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Erie County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Millcreek Township. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Millcreek Townshipwithin Erie County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.