Georgetown Island
Ecosystem Overview
The Georgetown Island ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 88 taxonomic genera. Located in sagadahoc 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. Compared to nearby Bath, Georgetown Island hosts 100% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 6 sagadahoc county County natural areas, placing it in the 67th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Asclepias syriaca
Virginia-Silk
Berberis thunbergii
japanese barberry
Acer pensylvanicum
Moose Maple
Comptonia peregrina
Fern-Gale
Rubus idaeus
raspberry
Pinus strobus
White Pine
Aegopodium podagraria
Ashweed
Spiraea alba
Meadowsweet
Solanum dulcamara
bittersweet, woody nightshade
Impatiens capensis
orange balsam
Ladona julia
Chalk-fronted Corporal
Fagus grandifolia
American Beech
Morella pensylvanica
Candleberry
Cirsium vulgare
spear thistle
Erechtites hieraciifolius
American Fireweed
Achillea millefolium
yarrow, milfoil
Carex lurida
Shallow Sedge
Drosera intermedia
oblong-leaved sundew
Tsuga canadensis
Canada Hemlock
Onoclea sensibilis
Polypod Brake
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Sagadahoc County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Georgetown Island. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Georgetown Islandwithin Sagadahoc County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.