Winthrop
Ecosystem Overview
The Winthrop ecosystem supports 18 documented wildlife species across 18 taxonomic genera. Located in kennebec county, maine, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Waterville nearby has 82% more documented species, Winthrop offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 12 kennebec county County natural areas, placing it in the 58th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 18 total documented species.
Lucidota atra
Black Firefly
Celithemis elisa
Calico Pennant
Lithobates palustris
Pickerel Frog
Vireo olivaceus
Red-eyed Vireo
Maianthemum racemosum
Feathery False Solomon'S-Seal
Arisaema triphyllum
Indian-turnip
Spiraea alba
Meadowsweet
Achillea millefolium
yarrow, milfoil
Hamamelis virginiana
Northern Witch-Hazel
Celastrus orbiculatus
Asian Bittersweet
Acer rubrum
Maple
Typocerus velutinus
Banded Longhorn Beetle
Pteridium aquilinum
bracken
Pinus strobus
White Pine
Mitchella repens
Squawvine
Solidago gigantea
Giant goldenrod
Fragaria virginiana
Thickleaved Wild Strawberry
Betula populifolia
Gray Birch
Want the Complete Field Guide?
Get all 18 species with 3-4 high-quality images each, detailed descriptions, and a downloadable PDF for offline use.
Get Your Personalized Field Guide
Download a professional PDF field guide featuring all the species found in Winthrop. Perfect for outdoor adventures, education, and nature exploration.
Get Your Personalized Field Guide
Download a professional PDF field guide featuring all the species found in Winthrop. Perfect for outdoor adventures, education, and nature exploration.
Your field guide will be delivered to this email address. Please double-check for accuracy.
Nearby Wildlife Areas in Kennebec County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Winthrop. 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 Winthropwithin Kennebec County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.