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Eliot

Ecosystem Overview

The Eliot ecosystem supports 13 documented wildlife species across 13 taxonomic genera. Located in york 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 Kittery nearby has 86% more documented species, Eliot offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #17 for species diversity among 33 york county County natural areas, placing it in the 48th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

13
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
13
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
7
Common Species
Frequently observed species
6
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#17
Regional Rank
Out of 33 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common3 species
Common4 species
Occasional4 species
Rare2 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#17 of 33 locations
48th percentile for diversity
vs. Kittery
-86% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 13 total documented species.

Bombus impatiens

Bombus impatiens

Common Eastern Bumblebee

Very Common1 obs.
Geukensia demissa

Geukensia demissa

Ribbed Mussel

Very Common1 obs.
Pseudacris crucifer

Pseudacris crucifer

Spring Peeper

Very Common1 obs.
Plethodon cinereus

Plethodon cinereus

Eastern Red-Backed Salamander

Very Common1 obs.
Symplocarpus foetidus

Symplocarpus foetidus

Skunk Cabbage

Very Common1 obs.
Cornus amomum

Cornus amomum

Red-Willow

Common1 obs.
Lysimachia ciliata

Lysimachia ciliata

Fringed Loosestrife

Common1 obs.
Asclepias syriaca

Asclepias syriaca

Virginia-Silk

Common1 obs.
Argiope trifasciata

Argiope trifasciata

orb weavers

Common1 obs.
Dryopteris intermedia

Dryopteris intermedia

Intermediate Wood Fern

Common1 obs.
Lobelia inflata

Lobelia inflata

wild tobacco

Common1 obs.
Mya arenaria

Mya arenaria

Softshell clam

Occasional1 obs.
Trifolium pratense

Trifolium pratense

red clover

Occasional1 obs.

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Regional Wildlife Network

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