Grafton
Ecosystem Overview
The Grafton ecosystem supports 25 documented wildlife species across 25 taxonomic genera. Located in grafton county, new hampshire, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 6 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Hanover nearby has 75% more documented species, Grafton offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #24 for species diversity among 52 grafton county County natural areas, placing it in the 54th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 25 total documented species.
Ceratomia undulosa
Bombus ternarius
Tricolored Bumble Bee
Dasylophia thyatiroides
Gray-Spotted Prominent Moth
Dryocampa rubicunda
Rosy Maple Moth
Araneus cavaticus
Pyganodon cataracta
Eastern Floater Mussel
Polistes fuscatus
Dark Paper Wasp
Eristalis tenax
Drone Fly
Rivula propinqualis
Spotted Grass Moth
Palthis angulalis
Dark-Spotted Palthis Moth
Lophocampa caryae
Hickory Tussock Moth
Symmerista albifrons
White-Headed Prominent
Plagodis alcoolaria
Hollow-Spotted Plagodis Moth
Campaea perlata
Pale Beauty Moth
Ursus americanus
American Black Bear
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Drepana arcuata
Masked Birch Caterpillar
Dryocopus pileatus
Pileated Woodpecker
Pinus strobus
White Pine
Mesoleuca ruficillata
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Graftonwithin Grafton County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.