Porter Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Porter Township ecosystem supports 14 documented wildlife species across 14 taxonomic genera. Located in pike county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Pike County nearby has 86% more documented species, Porter Township offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #7 for species diversity among 14 pike county County natural areas, placing it in the 50th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 14 total documented species.
Hemadas nubilipennis
Blueberry Stem Gall Wasp
Piranga olivacea
Scarlet Tanager
Cyperus strigosus
Strawcolor Nutgrass
Gaultheria procumbens
Mountain-Tea
Epigaea repens
Ground Laurel
Kalmia angustifolia
Wicky
Dryopteris marginalis
Woodfern
Smilax rotundifolia
Common Catbriar
Mitchella repens
Squawvine
Prunella vulgaris
selfheal
Eupatorium perfoliatum
Perfoliate Thoroughwort
Osmundastrum cinnamomeum
Buckhorn
Polygaloides paucifolia
fringed polygala
Callicladium imponens
Brocade Moss
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Pike County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Porter Township. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (6 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Porter Townshipwithin Pike County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.