Salisbury
Ecosystem Overview
The Salisbury ecosystem supports 39 documented wildlife species across 37 taxonomic genera. Located in lehigh county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 7 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Allentown, Salisbury hosts 15% more species diversity. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 11 lehigh county County natural areas, placing it in the 73th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 39 total documented species.
Liriodendron tulipifera
Tulip Poplar
Rubus phoenicolasius
wineberry
Sassafras albidum
White Sassafras
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Polystichum acrostichoides
dagger fern
Quercus montana
mountain chestnut oak
Kalmia latifolia
Mountain-Laurel
Ageratina altissima
white snakeroot
Ixodes scapularis
Eastern Black-Legged Tick
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Vireo olivaceus
Red-eyed Vireo
Helmitheros vermivorum
Worm-eating Warbler
Setophaga ruticilla
American Redstart
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Stereum complicatum
Crowded Parchment
Cytospora kunzei
Onoclea sensibilis
Polypod Brake
Sicyos angulatus
Angled Burr Cucumber
Quercus alba
Eastern White Oak
Quercus rubra
Red oak
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Lehigh County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Salisbury. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Salisburywithin Lehigh County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.