Upper Saucon
Ecosystem Overview
The Upper Saucon ecosystem supports 48 documented wildlife species across 47 taxonomic genera. Located in lehigh county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 10 frequently observed species and 9 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Allentown, Upper Saucon hosts 41% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 11 lehigh county County natural areas, placing it in the 82th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 48 total documented species.
Hypholoma fasciculare
Harmonia axyridis
Harlequin ladybird
Thamnophis sirtalis
Common Garter Snake
Rhus typhina
Staghorn sumac
Lycorma delicatula
Spot Clothing Wax Cicada
Hypholoma lateritium
Brick Cap
Tegenaria domestica
Barn funnel weaver
Oncopeltus fasciatus
Large Milkweed Bug
Toxomerus geminatus
Eastern Calligrapher
Calliphora vicina
common blow flie
Sympetrum semicinctum
Band-Winged Meadowhawk
Fieberiella florii
Leafhopper
Bombus griseocollis
Brown-belted Bumblebee
Lygaeus kalmii
Poecilocapsus lineatus
Arilus cristatus
Myodocha serripes
Long-Necked Seed Bug
Philaenus spumarius
Cuckoo-Spit Insect
Notoxus murinipennis
Graphopsocus cruciatus
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Lehigh County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Upper Saucon. 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 Upper Sauconwithin Lehigh County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.