Canonsburg
Ecosystem Overview
The Canonsburg ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 96 taxonomic genera. Located in washington county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 12 washington county County natural areas, placing it in the 83th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Spodoptera ornithogalli
Yellow-Striped Armyworm Moth
Otiorhynchus sulcatus
black vine weevil
Lacinipolia renigera
Kidney-Spotted Minor
Lacinipolia explicata
Platycryptus undatus
Tan Jumping Spider
Acrolophus popeanella
Clemens' Grass Tubeworm Moth
Xanthorhoe ferrugata
Dark-Barred Twin-Spot Carpet
Eusarca confusaria
Confused Eusarca Moth
Udea rubigalis
Celery Leaftier Moth
Parapediasia teterellus
Feltia herilis
Master'S Dart Moth
Palthis asopialis
Faint-Spotted Palthis Moth
Argyrotaenia velutinana
Red-Banded Leafroller Moth
Pyrausta acrionalis
Mint-Loving Pyrausta Moth
Hypena scabra
Green Cloverworm Moth
Xenox tigrinus
Tiger Bee Fly
Lucanus capreolus
Stag Beetle
Toxomerus marginatus
Syrphid Fly
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Acalymma vittatum
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Washington County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Canonsburg. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Canonsburgwithin Washington County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.