West Tisbury
Ecosystem Overview
The West Tisbury ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 76 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 #3 for species diversity among 27 dukes 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.
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Cicindela tranquebarica
Oblique-Lined Tiger Beetle
Andrena hirticincta
Hairy-Banded Mining Bee
Strymon melinus
Cotton Square Borer
Vanessa virginiensis
American Lady
Chortophaga viridifasciata
Greenstriped Grasshopper
Halictus ligatus
Ligated Furrow Bee
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Erynnis juvenalis
Juvenal'S Duskywing
Satyrium edwardsii
Edwards' Hairstreak
Phyciodes tharos
Pearl Crescent
Polistes fuscatus
Dark Paper Wasp
Lycaena hypophlaeas
Xylocopa virginica
Carpenter bee
Agapostemon virescens
Bicolored Striped Sweat Bee
Helophilus fasciatus
Narrow-Headed Marsh Fly
Calycopis cecrops
Red-Banded Hairstreak
Spilomyia longicornis
Eastern Hornet Fly
Colletes compactus
Aster Cellophane Bee
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Dukes County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near West Tisbury. 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 West Tisburywithin Dukes County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.