Rumford
Ecosystem Overview
The Rumford ecosystem supports 41 documented wildlife species across 35 taxonomic genera. Located in oxford county, maine, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 9 frequently observed species and 8 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Oxford County nearby has 59% more documented species, Rumford offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 14 oxford county County natural areas, placing it in the 79th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 41 total documented species.
Pinus strobus
White Pine
Tanacetum vulgare
tansy
Umbilicaria muhlenbergii
Lasallia papulosa
Acer saccharinum
White Maple
Parmelia sulcata
Netted Shield Lichen
Trametes versicolor
Turkeytail
Eurosta solidaginis
Goldenrod Gall Fly
Trametopsis cervina
Eriophorum vaginatum
Tussock Cotton-Grass
Setophaga ruticilla
American Redstart
Arctoparmelia incurva
Phegopteris connectilis
beech fern
Cladonia stellaris
Onoclea sensibilis
Polypod Brake
Dimelaena oreina
Sayornis phoebe
Eastern Phoebe
Equisetum sylvaticum
wood horsetail
Ambystoma maculatum
Spotted salamander
Euparius marmoreus
Marbled Fungus Weevil
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Oxford County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Rumford. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Rumfordwithin Oxford County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.