Lower Frederick
Ecosystem Overview
The Lower Frederick ecosystem supports 70 documented wildlife species across 64 taxonomic genera. Located in montgomery county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 15 frequently observed species and 13 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Norristown nearby has 30% more documented species, Lower Frederick offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #31 for species diversity among 63 montgomery county County natural areas, placing it in the 51th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 70 total documented species.
Polystichum acrostichoides
dagger fern
Acer platanoides
norway maple
Quercus alba
Eastern White Oak
Viburnum acerifolium
Possum Haw
Elaeagnus umbellata
Autumn olive
Quercus bicolor
Swamp White Oak
Agrilus planipennis
Emerald Ash Borer
Ilex verticillata
Winterberry
Betula lenta
Sweet Birch
Stereum complicatum
Crowded Parchment
Thamnophis sirtalis
Common Garter Snake
Gammarus fasciatus
Arisaema triphyllum
Indian-turnip
Onoclea sensibilis
Polypod Brake
Scirpus cyperinus
Marsh Bulrush
Juniperus virginiana
Red Cedar Juniper
Phegopteris hexagonoptera
Southern Beech Fern
Maianthemum racemosum
Feathery False Solomon'S-Seal
Hormaphis hamamelidis
Witch-Hazel Cone Gall Aphid
Asteromyia carbonifera
Carbonifera Goldenrod Gall Midge
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lower Frederickwithin Montgomery County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.