Menemsha Pond
Ecosystem Overview
The Menemsha Pond ecosystem supports 22 documented wildlife species across 21 taxonomic genera. Located in dukes county, massachusetts, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Martha's Vineyard nearby has 78% more documented species, Menemsha Pond offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #12 for species diversity among 27 dukes county County natural areas, placing it in the 56th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 22 total documented species.
Somateria mollissima
Common Eider
Carcinus maenas
European green crab
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Limulus polyphemus
horseshoe crab
Hypocharassus pruinosus
Cancer irroratus
Rock Crab
Argopecten irradians
Bay Scallop
Littorina littorea
Common periwinkle
Caranx crysos
Deepwater Cavaly
Morone saxatilis
Rockfish
Nycticorax nycticorax
night heron, black-crowned night heron
Larus marinus
great black-backed gull
Tringa melanoleuca
Greater Yellowlegs
Calidris minutilla
least sandpiper
Mergus serrator
Red-breasted Merganser
Mnemiopsis leidyi
American comb jelly
Larus smithsonianus
American Herring Gull
Crepidula fornicata
Common Atlantic Slippersnail
Mola mola
sunfish
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Dukes County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Menemsha Pond. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (5 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Menemsha Pondwithin Dukes County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.