Cheltenham Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Cheltenham Township ecosystem supports 71 documented wildlife species across 67 taxonomic genera. Located in montgomery county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 15 frequently observed species and 14 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Norristown nearby has 29% more documented species, Cheltenham Township offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #29 for species diversity among 63 montgomery county County natural areas, placing it in the 54th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 71 total documented species.
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Rubus phoenicolasius
wineberry
Alliaria petiolata
garlic mustard
Paulownia tomentosa
Foxglove-tree
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Sturnus vulgaris
starling
Procyon lotor
raccoon, northern raccoon
Conium maculatum
hemlock
Viburnum prunifolium
Blackhaw
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Megacyllene robiniae
Locust Borer
Vulpes vulpes
fox, red fox
Hedera helix
ivy
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Quiscalus quiscula
Common Grackle
Falco columbarius
merlin
Anthidium manicatum
Wool Carder Bee
Scolia dubia
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Montgomery County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Cheltenham Township. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Cheltenham Townshipwithin Montgomery County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.