Damascus Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Damascus Township ecosystem supports 32 documented wildlife species across 29 taxonomic genera. Located in wayne county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 7 frequently observed species and 6 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Wayne County nearby has 68% more documented species, Damascus Township offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 23 wayne 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 32 total documented species.
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Plethodon cinereus
Eastern Red-Backed Salamander
Dicentra cucullaria
turkey-corn
Diadophis punctatus
Ringneck Snake
Ficaria verna
Lesser Celandine
Phanaeus vindex
Rainbow Scarab
Xylocopa virginica
Carpenter bee
Tipula furca
Adelges tsugae
hemlock woolly adelgid
Lithobates palustris
Pickerel Frog
Lithobates clamitans
Green Frog
Pseudacris crucifer
Spring Peeper
Desmognathus fuscus
Northern dusky salamander
Plethodon glutinosus
Northern Slimy Salamander
Ambystoma maculatum
Spotted salamander
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Trillium erectum
Bethroot
Rhododendron maximum
Big Rhododendron
Hydrophyllum virginianum
Shawnee Salad
Lycium barbarum
Barbary Matrimony Vine
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Wayne County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Damascus 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 Damascus Townshipwithin Wayne County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.