Back Mountain
Ecosystem Overview
The Back Mountain ecosystem supports 50 documented wildlife species across 46 taxonomic genera. Located in luzerne county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 11 frequently observed species and 9 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Wilkes-Barre nearby has 50% more documented species, Back Mountain offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 20 luzerne county County natural areas, placing it in the 80th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 50 total documented species.
Rosa multiflora
Many-Flower Rose
Dryopteris intermedia
Intermediate Wood Fern
Tsuga canadensis
Canada Hemlock
Potamogeton crispus
curled pondweed
Polystichum acrostichoides
dagger fern
Schizomyia racemicola
Anthoxanthum odoratum
sweet vernal-grass
Chelone glabra
turtlehead
Anaxyrus americanus
American Toad
Lophocampa caryae
Hickory Tussock Moth
Pyrrharctia isabella
Isabella Tiger Moth
Arisaema triphyllum
Indian-turnip
Phyllocnistis vitegenella
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Onoclea sensibilis
Polypod Brake
Daedaleopsis confragosa
Thin-Walled Maze Polypore
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Dichanthelium clandestinum
Hidden Panicgrass
Chortophaga viridifasciata
Greenstriped Grasshopper
Liriomyza galiivora
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Luzerne County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Back Mountain. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Back Mountainwithin Luzerne County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.