Westport
Ecosystem Overview
The Westport ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 86 taxonomic genera. Located in fairfield county, connecticut, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Stamford, Westport hosts 64% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 17 fairfield county County natural areas, placing it in the 88th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Junonia coenia
Northern Buckeye
Colias eurytheme
Orange Sulphur
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Lycorma delicatula
Spot Clothing Wax Cicada
Papilio polyxenes
American Swallowtail
Vanessa cardui
painted lady
Harmonia axyridis
Harlequin ladybird
Bombus griseocollis
Brown-belted Bumblebee
Linaria vulgaris
common toadflax
Prochoerodes lineola
Large Maple Spanworm Moth
Papilio glaucus
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Spilosoma virginica
Yellow Woolly Bear
Marmota monax
Waldmurmeltier
Baccharis halimifolia
Eastern baccharis
Aralia elata
Japanese Angelica-Tree
Rosa rugosa
japanese rose
Solanum carolinense
Apple-Of-Sodom
Verbena urticifolia
White Vervain
Dolichovespula maculata
Baldfaced Hornet
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Fairfield County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Westport. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Westportwithin Fairfield County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.