Harrisonburg
Ecosystem Overview
The Harrisonburg ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 99 taxonomic genera. Located in rockingham county, virginia, 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 #1 for species diversity among 6 rockingham 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.
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Sylvilagus floridanus
Lapin A Queue Blanche
Toxicodendron radicans
poison ivy
Pipilo erythrophthalmus
Eastern Towhee
Hesperis matronalis
Dames rocket
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Thryothorus ludovicianus
Carolina Wren
Mimus polyglottos
Northern Mockingbird
Lithobates catesbeianus
Common Bullfrog
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Plethodon cinereus
Eastern Red-Backed Salamander
Malacosoma americana
Eastern Tent Caterpillar Moth
Conium maculatum
hemlock
Glechoma hederacea
ground ivy
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Dumetella carolinensis
Catbird
Baeolophus bicolor
tufted titmouse
Melanoplus differentialis
Differential Grasshopper
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Rockingham County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Harrisonburg. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Harrisonburgwithin Rockingham County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.