Wyoming
Ecosystem Overview
The Wyoming ecosystem supports 34 documented wildlife species across 32 taxonomic genera. Located in luzerne county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 7 frequently observed species and 6 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Wilkes-Barre nearby has 66% more documented species, Wyoming offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 20 luzerne county County natural areas, placing it in the 75th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 34 total documented species.
Melanoplus differentialis
Differential Grasshopper
Pyrrharctia isabella
Isabella Tiger Moth
Papilio polyxenes
American Swallowtail
Lamium purpureum
Purple deadnettle
Lythrum salicaria
purple loosestrife
Harmonia axyridis
Harlequin ladybird
Typha latifolia
bulrush
Taraxacum officinale
common dandelion
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Melanoplus femurrubrum
Red-Legged Grasshopper
Dichromorpha viridis
Short-winged Green Grasshopper
Spilosoma virginica
Yellow Woolly Bear
Thyridopteryx ephemeraeformis
Phyciodes tharos
Pearl Crescent
Pieris rapae
small white
Haematopis grataria
Chickweed Geometer
Acanalonia bivittata
Rabidosa rabida
Rabid Wolf Spider
Anaxyrus americanus
American Toad
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Luzerne County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Wyoming. 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 Wyomingwithin Luzerne County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.