Oak Bluffs
Ecosystem Overview
The Oak Bluffs ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 86 taxonomic genera. Located in dukes 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. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 27 dukes county County natural areas, placing it in the 93th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Junco hyemalis
dark-eyed junco
Agapostemon virescens
Bicolored Striped Sweat Bee
Poecile atricapillus
Black-capped chickadee
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Lycaena hypophlaeas
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Lon zabulon
Zabulon Skipper
Chortophaga viridifasciata
Greenstriped Grasshopper
Halictus ligatus
Ligated Furrow Bee
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Larus smithsonianus
American Herring Gull
Xylocopa virginica
Carpenter bee
Sciurus carolinensis
Grey squirrel
Phyciodes tharos
Pearl Crescent
Syritta pipiens
Hover fly
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Dukes County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Oak Bluffs. 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 Oak Bluffswithin Dukes County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.