Download a professional PDF field guide featuring all the species found in Melrose. Perfect for outdoor adventures, education, and nature exploration.
Download a professional PDF field guide featuring all the species found in Melrose. Perfect for outdoor adventures, education, and nature exploration.
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in 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 Massachusetts.
The Melrose ecosystem supports 50 documented wildlife species across 47 taxonomic genera. Located in Massachusetts, this area provides critical habitat for regional wildlife. The location hosts 11 frequently observed species and 9 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Massachusetts nearby has 50% more documented species, Melrose offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #231 for species diversity among 710 Massachusetts natural areas, placing it in the 67th percentile for biodiversity.
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 50 total documented species.
Eastern Tent Caterpillar Moth
Amur Peppervine
mallard
Pileated Woodpecker
Pure Green Sweat Bee
White-Breasted Nuthatch (Interior West)
common flicker
Lapin A Queue Blanche
european garden spider
Redhead
Aster Mining Bee
Canvasback
Grasshopper sparrow
Mourning Dove
Chipping Sparrow
Ligated Furrow Bee
Lesser Scaup
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Six-Spotted Tiger Beetle
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