Darien
Ecosystem Overview
The Darien ecosystem supports 14 documented wildlife species across 14 taxonomic genera. Located in fairfield county, connecticut, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Stamford nearby has 77% more documented species, Darien offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 17 fairfield county County natural areas, placing it in the 65th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 14 total documented species.
Lycorma delicatula
Spot Clothing Wax Cicada
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Mergus serrator
Red-breasted Merganser
Juniperus virginiana
Red Cedar Juniper
Dichanthelium clandestinum
Hidden Panicgrass
Panicum amarum
Bitter Panicum
Lamium purpureum
Purple deadnettle
Limonium carolinianum
Carolina sea-lavender
Pseudognaphalium obtusifolium
Fragrant Everlasting
Baccharis halimifolia
Eastern baccharis
Symphyotrichum tenuifolium
perennial salt-marsh aster
Iva frutescens
marsh-elder
Vincetoxicum nigrum
dark vincetoxicum
Ficaria verna
Lesser Celandine
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Fairfield County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Darien. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Darienwithin Fairfield County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.