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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 62 total documented species.
Cod
Black-Capped Chickadee
Hedge Garlic
Common Cardinal
Celandine
American Robin
Mallard
Mottled Pipsissewa
Tufted Titmouse
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Haymaids
Canada Goose
Polecatweed
Herring Gull
Great Black-Backed Gull
Gray Squirrel
Soft Pine
White-Breasted Nuthatch

Rugosa Rose
Red-Winged Blackbird
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Essex 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 Essex County County.
The Essex County ecosystem supports 62 documented wildlife species across 59 taxonomic genera. Located in Essex County, Massachusetts, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 13 frequently observed species and 12 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Saugus River nearby has 22% more documented species, Essex County offers unique wildlife observation opportunities.