New Kensington
Ecosystem Overview
The New Kensington ecosystem supports 83 documented wildlife species across 70 taxonomic genera. Located in westmoreland county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 17 frequently observed species and 16 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Westmoreland County nearby has 17% more documented species, New Kensington offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 20 westmoreland county County natural areas, placing it in the 75th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 83 total documented species.
Toxicodendron radicans
poison ivy
Cardamine hirsuta
hairy bitter-cress
Polygonatum pubescens
Downy Solomon'S Seal
Cardamine impatiens
narrow-leaved bitter-cress
Viola sororia
Hooded Blue Violet
Glechoma hederacea
ground ivy
Maianthemum racemosum
Feathery False Solomon'S-Seal
Euonymus alatus
Winged Euonymus
Erigeron philadelphicus
common fleabane
Senecio vulgaris
groundsel
Claytonia virginica
Eastern Springbeauty
Plantago lanceolata
ribwort plantain
Cardamine concatenata
Five-Part Toothwort
Chelidonium majus
greater celandine
Barbarea vulgaris
Garden yellowrocket
Alliaria petiolata
garlic mustard
Houstonia caerulea
Quaker-Ladies
Draba verna
Common Whitlowgrass
Hydrophyllum virginianum
Shawnee Salad
Viburnum acerifolium
Possum Haw
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Westmoreland County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near New Kensington. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement New Kensingtonwithin Westmoreland County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.