Perkiomen Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Perkiomen Township ecosystem supports 78 documented wildlife species across 73 taxonomic genera. Located in montgomery county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 16 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Norristown nearby has 22% more documented species, Perkiomen Township offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #28 for species diversity among 63 montgomery county County natural areas, placing it in the 56th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 78 total documented species.
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Platanus occidentalis
American Sycamore
Lycorma delicatula
Spot Clothing Wax Cicada
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Toxicodendron radicans
poison ivy
Celtis occidentalis
Hackberry
Acer rubrum
Maple
Acer platanoides
norway maple
Asclepias syriaca
Virginia-Silk
Achillea millefolium
yarrow, milfoil
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Carya cordiformis
Pignut
Corbicula fluminea
asian clam
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Setophaga coronata
Myrtle Warbler
Cladonia cristatella
British Soldier Lichen
Carya ovata
shagbark hickory
Dryobates pubescens
Downy Woodpecker
Podophyllum peltatum
Mayapple
Quercus alba
Eastern White Oak
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Montgomery County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Perkiomen Township. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Perkiomen Townshipwithin Montgomery County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.