Peaks Island
Ecosystem Overview
The Peaks Island ecosystem supports 63 documented wildlife species across 60 taxonomic genera. Located in cumberland county, maine, 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 Portland nearby has 37% more documented species, Peaks Island offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 25 cumberland county County natural areas, placing it in the 76th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 63 total documented species.
Rosa rugosa
japanese rose
Cichorium intybus
chicory
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Phidippus audax
Bold Jumper
Trifolium pratense
red clover
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Polistes fuscatus
Dark Paper Wasp
Modiolus modiolus
Horse-mussel
Lophocampa caryae
Hickory Tussock Moth
Crepidula fornicata
Common Atlantic Slippersnail
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Xylocopa virginica
Carpenter bee
Lilioceris lilii
Lily Leaf Beetle
Eristalinus aeneus
Semibalanus balanoides
Acorn Barnacle
Ancyloxypha numitor
Least Skipper
Sitochroa palealis
Greenish-Yellow Sitochroa Moth
Nomophila nearctica
American Rush Veneer
Melanoplus femurrubrum
Red-Legged Grasshopper
Charidotella sexpunctata
Golden Tortoise Beetle
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Cumberland County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Peaks Island. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Peaks Islandwithin Cumberland County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.