Marsh Island
Ecosystem Overview
The Marsh Island ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 95 taxonomic genera. Located in penobscot county, maine, 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. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 14 penobscot county County natural areas, placing it in the 86th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Tanacetum vulgare
tansy
Storeria occipitomaculata
Redbelly Snake
Rhus typhina
Staghorn sumac
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Onoclea sensibilis
Polypod Brake
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Thuja occidentalis
White Cedar
Thamnophis sirtalis
Common Garter Snake
Dermacentor variabilis
American Dog Tick
Cirsium arvense
Creeping Thistle
Ectobius lapponicus
dusky cockroach
Reynoutria japonica
Japanese Knotweed
Hylotelephium telephium
Witch'S Moneybags
Solanum dulcamara
bittersweet, woody nightshade
Impatiens capensis
orange balsam
Prunus virginiana
Common Chokecherry
Bombus ternarius
Tricolored Bumble Bee
Bombus perplexus
Confusing bumble bee
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Penobscot County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Marsh Island. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Marsh Islandwithin Penobscot County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.