Bushkill Creek
Ecosystem Overview
The Bushkill Creek ecosystem supports 7 documented wildlife species across 7 taxonomic genera. Located in northampton county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Easton nearby has 91% more documented species, Bushkill Creek offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #12 for species diversity among 18 northampton county County natural areas, placing it in the 33th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 7 total documented species.
Sayornis phoebe
Eastern Phoebe
Quiscalus quiscula
Common Grackle
Spizella passerina
Chipping Sparrow
Aix sponsa
wood duck
Hydrophyllum virginianum
Shawnee Salad
Chelidonium majus
greater celandine
Mergus merganser
goosander
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Northampton County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Bushkill Creek. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Bushkill Creekwithin Northampton County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.