Springfield Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Springfield Township ecosystem supports 56 documented wildlife species across 53 taxonomic genera. Located in erie county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 12 frequently observed species and 11 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Erie, Springfield Township hosts 14% more species diversity. This location ranks #8 for species diversity among 29 erie county County natural areas, placing it in the 72th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 56 total documented species.
Quercus rubra
Red oak
Tussilago farfara
coltsfoot
Veratrum viride
Indian Hellebore
Mycena leaiana
Meleagris gallopavo
Turkey
Tsuga canadensis
Canada Hemlock
Matteuccia struthiopteris
ostrich fern
Procecidochares atra
Onoclea sensibilis
Polypod Brake
Dicentra cucullaria
turkey-corn
Asplenium platyneuron
ebony spleenwort
Platygyrium repens
Flat-brocade Moss
Asarum canadense
wild ginger
Diphasiastrum digitatum
southern running-pine
Goodyera pubescens
Downy Rattlesnake Plantain
Huperzia lucidula
shining fir-moss
Holcocephala calva
Fagus grandifolia
American Beech
Laphria flavicollis
Sympetrum corruptum
Variegated Meadowhawk
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Erie County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Springfield Township. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (4 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Springfield Townshipwithin Erie County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.