Great Wass Island
Ecosystem Overview
The Great Wass Island ecosystem supports 12 documented wildlife species across 12 taxonomic genera. Located in washington county, maine, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Calais nearby has 85% more documented species, Great Wass Island offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 10 washington county County natural areas, placing it in the 60th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 12 total documented species.
Littorina littorea
Common periwinkle
Iris versicolor
Water Flag
Campanula intercedens
Bombus ternarius
Tricolored Bumble Bee
Eulithis explanata
White Eulithis Moth
Anaxyrus americanus
American Toad
Tamiasciurus hudsonicus
Ecureuil Roux
Porpidia crustulata
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Betula cordifolia
Eastern Paper Birch
Dasiphora fruticosa
Widdy
Macaria pustularia
Lesser Maple Spanworm Moth
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Washington County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Great Wass Island. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Great Wass Islandwithin Washington County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.