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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.
Gray Squirrel
House Sparrow
Herring Gull
Mallard
Canada Goose
American Robin
Starling
Eastern Cottontail
Chicken Hawk
Ailanthus
Honeybee
Common Grackle
Great Black-Backed Gull
White-Throated Sparrow
Monarch
Northern Mockingbird
Red-Breasted Merganser

Lab Rat
Turkey

Japanese Dogwood
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Suffolk County County, Massachusetts
These comparisons are based on documented wildlife observations from citizen science data. Locations with higher species counts may have more observation activity, different habitat types, or larger coverage areas. Regional rankings help identify biodiversity hotspots and unique natural areas within Suffolk County County.
The Boston ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 70 taxonomic genera. Located in Suffolk County, Massachusetts, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 17 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Suffolk County, Boston hosts 14% more species diversity.