MacHias Seal Island
Ecosystem Overview
The MacHias Seal Island ecosystem supports 14 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 82% more documented species, MacHias Seal Island offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 10 washington county County natural areas, placing it in the 70th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 14 total documented species.
Alca torda
Razorbill
Uria aalge
atlantic murre
Sterna paradisaea
Arctic Tern
Morus bassanus
Northern Gannet
Phoca vitulina
common seal, harbour seal
Halichoerus grypus
Grey Seal
Somateria mollissima
Common Eider
Larus smithsonianus
American Herring Gull
Sterna hirundo
common tern
Larus marinus
great black-backed gull
Empidonax flaviventris
Yellow-bellied Flycatcher
Vertebrata lanosa
Rhodiola rosea
Roseroot Stonecrop
Passerculus sandwichensis
Savannah Sparrow
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Washington County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near MacHias Seal Island. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement MacHias Seal Islandwithin Washington County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.