Poplar Island
Ecosystem Overview
The Poplar Island ecosystem supports 20 documented wildlife species across 16 taxonomic genera. Located in talbot county, maryland, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Talbot County nearby has 80% more documented species, Poplar Island offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 6 talbot county County natural areas, placing it in the 67th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 20 total documented species.
Sterna hirundo
common tern
Rallus limicola
Virginia Rail
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Plegadis falcinellus
Glossy Ibis
Himantopus mexicanus
Black-necked Stilt
Phoebis sennae
Cloudless Sulphur
Peromyscus leucopus
Ratén Ciervo De Pies Blancos
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Nycticorax nycticorax
night heron, black-crowned night heron
Calidris alpina
dunlin
Ammospiza maritima
Seaside Sparrow
Anas acuta
pintail, northern pintail
Asclepias tuberosa
Chieger-Flower
Ondatra zibethicus
Muskrat
Sterna forsteri
forster’s tern
Calidris pugnax
ruff
Mareca strepera
Gadwall
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Anas rubripes
American Black Duck
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Talbot County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Poplar Island. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (6 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Poplar Islandwithin Talbot County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.