Kennebunkport
Ecosystem Overview
The Kennebunkport ecosystem supports 17 documented wildlife species across 15 taxonomic genera. Located in york county, maine, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Kittery nearby has 82% more documented species, Kennebunkport offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #15 for species diversity among 33 york county County natural areas, placing it in the 55th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 17 total documented species.
Trifolium repens
Dutch clover
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Tamias striatus
eastern chipmunk
Juniperus virginiana
Red Cedar Juniper
Triglochin maritima
sea arrowgrass
Rosa rugosa
japanese rose
Cirsium vulgare
spear thistle
Toxicodendron rydbergii
Western Poison Ivy
Toxicodendron radicans
poison ivy
Chaetura pelagica
Chimney Swift
Smilax rotundifolia
Common Catbriar
Trifolium arvense
Rabbitfoot clover
Solidago sempervirens
Evergreen Goldenrod
Sambucus canadensis
Canada elderberry
Gloioxanthomyces nitidus
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Sturnus vulgaris
starling
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Kennebunkportwithin York County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.