Locations in Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Species in Nantucket County
Common Species in Nantucket County
Showing 15 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Carcinus maenas
European green crab
Larus smithsonianus
American Herring Gull
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Morella pensylvanica
Candleberry
Chelydra serpentina
Snapping Turtle
Hypericum perforatum
Perforate St John'S-Wort
Mercenaria mercenaria
hard shell
Cakile edentula
American sea rocket
Asclepias syriaca
Virginia-Silk
Larus marinus
great black-backed gull
Limulus polyphemus
horseshoe crab
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Rosa rugosa
japanese rose
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Emerita talpoida
Mole Crab
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Natural Areas & Wildlife Locations in Nantucket County
Explore 11 documented locations in Nantucket County, Massachusetts. Each area offers unique wildlife viewing opportunities with varying biodiversity levels.
🌿 High Biodiversity Hotspots (1 locations)
🌱 Emerging & Specialized Areas (2 locations)
📍 Additional Locations (8 locations)
About Wildlife Data
Species counts represent documented wildlife observations from citizen science contributions. Higher counts often indicate areas with diverse habitats, active monitoring, or significant ecological importance. Each location offers unique opportunities to connect with Nantucket County's natural heritage.