Farmingdale
Ecosystem Overview
The Farmingdale ecosystem supports 78 documented wildlife species across 74 taxonomic genera. Located in kennebec county, maine, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 16 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Waterville nearby has 22% more documented species, Farmingdale offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 12 kennebec county County natural areas, placing it in the 75th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 78 total documented species.
Solanum dulcamara
bittersweet, woody nightshade
Rubus odoratus
Purpleflowered Raspberry
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Silene flos-cuculi
Ragged robin
Tanacetum vulgare
tansy
Tamias striatus
eastern chipmunk
Chelidonium majus
greater celandine
Rhus typhina
Staghorn sumac
Verbascum thapsus
Aaron'S-Rod
Tussilago farfara
coltsfoot
Hesperis matronalis
Dames rocket
Sambucus racemosa
red-berried elder
Trifolium pratense
red clover
Prunella vulgaris
selfheal
Veronica chamaedrys
germander speedwell
Odontites vulgaris
Broomrape
Vicia cracca
Bird vetch
Leucanthemum vulgare
ox-eye daisy
Parascalops breweri
Brewer'S Mole
Cicindela sexguttata
Six-Spotted Tiger Beetle
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Kennebec County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Farmingdale. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Farmingdalewithin Kennebec County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.