Old Town
Ecosystem Overview
The Old Town ecosystem supports 52 documented wildlife species across 50 taxonomic genera. Located in penobscot county, maine, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 11 frequently observed species and 10 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Bangor nearby has 48% more documented species, Old Town offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 14 penobscot county County natural areas, placing it in the 64th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 52 total documented species.
Storeria occipitomaculata
Redbelly Snake
Achillea millefolium
yarrow, milfoil
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Thamnophis sirtalis
Common Garter Snake
Houstonia caerulea
Quaker-Ladies
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Lythrum salicaria
purple loosestrife
Pyrrharctia isabella
Isabella Tiger Moth
Melanoplus bivittatus
Twostriped Grasshopper
Melanoplus punctulatus
Pine-Tree Spur-Throat Grasshopper
Prionyx atratus
Geothlypis trichas
Common Yellowthroat (Arizela Group)
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Spilosoma virginica
Yellow Woolly Bear
Lithobates clamitans
Green Frog
Dermacentor variabilis
American Dog Tick
Hemaris thysbe
Hummingbird Moth
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Bombus ternarius
Tricolored Bumble Bee
Trichiotinus assimilis
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Penobscot County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Old Town. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Old Townwithin Penobscot County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.