Granville
Ecosystem Overview
The Granville ecosystem supports 90 documented wildlife species across 83 taxonomic genera. Located in monongalia county, west virginia, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 19 frequently observed species and 17 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Morgantown nearby has 10% more documented species, Granville offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 10 monongalia county County natural areas, placing it in the 70th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 90 total documented species.
Robinia pseudoacacia
Black locust
Celastrus orbiculatus
Asian Bittersweet
Phytolacca americana
American pokeweed
Achillea millefolium
yarrow, milfoil
Rhus typhina
Staghorn sumac
Sambucus canadensis
Canada elderberry
Prunus serotina
rum cherry, black cherry
Lonicera maackii
Bush Honeysuckle
Pyrus calleryana
Callery Pear
Leucanthemum vulgare
ox-eye daisy
Daucus carota
wild carrot
Platanus occidentalis
American Sycamore
Cirsium arvense
Creeping Thistle
Asclepias syriaca
Virginia-Silk
Ailanthus altissima
Tree of heaven
Sturnus vulgaris
starling
Dipsacus fullonum
teasel
Coccinella septempunctata
7-spot ladybird
Marmota monax
Waldmurmeltier
Vespula maculifrons
Eastern Yellowjacket
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Monongalia County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Granville. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Granvillewithin Monongalia County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.