Westport
Ecosystem Overview
The Westport ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 90 taxonomic genera. Located in bristol county, massachusetts, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Taunton, Westport hosts 233% more species diversity. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 27 bristol county County natural areas, placing it in the 89th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Calidris alba
sanderling
Medeola virginiana
Indian Cucumber Root
Calidris alpina
dunlin
Limulus polyphemus
horseshoe crab
Somateria mollissima
Common Eider
Arenaria interpres
ruddy turnstone
Larus smithsonianus
American Herring Gull
Osmundastrum cinnamomeum
Buckhorn
Saponaria officinalis
soapwort
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Pluvialis squatarola
grey plover
Charadrius semipalmatus
Semipalmated Plover
Rhododendron viscosum
Texas Azalea
Poecile atricapillus
Black-capped chickadee
Onoclea sensibilis
Polypod Brake
Plectrophenax nivalis
snow bunting
Seiurus aurocapilla
Ovenbird
Gaultheria procumbens
Mountain-Tea
Thamnophis sirtalis
Common Garter Snake
Lithobates sylvaticus
Wood Frog
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Bristol County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Westport. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (5 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Westportwithin Bristol County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.