Chestertown
Ecosystem Overview
The Chestertown ecosystem supports 18 documented wildlife species across 18 taxonomic genera. Located in kent county, maryland, 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 Kent County nearby has 82% more documented species, Chestertown offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 5 kent 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 18 total documented species.
Halysidota harrisii
Sycamore Tussock Moth
Libellula needhami
Needham's Skimmer
Toxomerus geminatus
Eastern Calligrapher
Acericecis ocellaris
Euptoieta claudia
Variegated Fritillary
Papilio glaucus
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Quiscalus quiscula
Common Grackle
Onoclea sensibilis
Polypod Brake
Quercus alba
Eastern White Oak
Fagus grandifolia
American Beech
Lamium amplexicaule
henbit dead-nettle
Ajuga reptans
bugle
Parthenocissus quinquefolia
Virginia-creeper
Campsis radicans
Trumpetvine
Nyssa sylvatica
black tupelo
Dryopteris erythrosora
Autumn fern
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Kent County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Chestertown. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Chestertownwithin Kent County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.