Mount Joy
Ecosystem Overview
The Mount Joy ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 93 taxonomic genera. Located in lancaster 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 Lancaster, Mount Joy hosts 4% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 14 lancaster county County natural areas, placing it in the 86th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Hypsopygia olinalis
Yellow-Fringed Dolichomia Moth
Eumenes fraternus
Fraternal Potter Wasp
Melanoplus differentialis
Differential Grasshopper
Plethodon cinereus
Eastern Red-Backed Salamander
Lucanus capreolus
Stag Beetle
Lacinipolia renigera
Kidney-Spotted Minor
Polistes fuscatus
Dark Paper Wasp
Episimus tyrius
Condylostylus patibulatus
Scathophaga stercoraria
Xylocopa virginica
Carpenter bee
Japananus hyalinus
Leafhopper
Bombus bimaculatus
Two-Spotted Bumble Bee
Aglossa pinguinalis
Pyralid Moth
Papilio glaucus
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Strymon melinus
Cotton Square Borer
Pieris rapae
small white
Myodocha serripes
Long-Necked Seed Bug
Dolichovespula maculata
Baldfaced Hornet
Cerotoma trifurcata
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Lancaster County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Mount Joy. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Mount Joywithin Lancaster County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.