Naushon Island
Ecosystem Overview
The Naushon Island ecosystem supports 9 documented wildlife species across 9 taxonomic genera. Located in dukes county, massachusetts, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Martha's Vineyard nearby has 91% more documented species, Naushon Island offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #14 for species diversity among 27 dukes county County natural areas, placing it in the 48th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 9 total documented species.
Trimerotropis maritima
Seaside Locust
Manduca quinquemaculatus
Tomato Hornworm
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Melanitta perspicillata
Surf Scoter
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Datura stramonium
thorn-apple
Euphorbia polygonifolia
Seaside Spurge
Cirsium vulgare
spear thistle
Glaucium flavum
yellow hornpoppy
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Dukes County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Naushon Island. 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 Naushon Islandwithin Dukes County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.