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Groton

Ecosystem Overview

The Groton ecosystem supports 14 documented wildlife species across 13 taxonomic genera. Located in grafton county, new hampshire, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Hanover nearby has 86% more documented species, Groton offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #29 for species diversity among 52 grafton county County natural areas, placing it in the 44th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

14
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
13
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
8
Common Species
Frequently observed species
6
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#29
Regional Rank
Out of 52 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common3 species
Common5 species
Occasional4 species
Rare2 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#29 of 52 locations
44th percentile for diversity
vs. Hanover
-86% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 14 total documented species.

Phegopteris connectilis

Phegopteris connectilis

beech fern

Very Common2 obs.
Halysidota tessellaris

Halysidota tessellaris

Pale Tiger Moth

Very Common1 obs.
Lophocampa caryae

Lophocampa caryae

Hickory Tussock Moth

Very Common1 obs.
Plethodon cinereus

Plethodon cinereus

Eastern Red-Backed Salamander

Very Common1 obs.
Trillium erectum

Trillium erectum

Bethroot

Very Common1 obs.
Monotropa uniflora

Monotropa uniflora

One-Flowered Indian Pipe

Common1 obs.
Tilia americana

Tilia americana

White Basswood

Common1 obs.
Fraxinus americana

Fraxinus americana

American Ash

Common1 obs.
Acer pensylvanicum

Acer pensylvanicum

Moose Maple

Common1 obs.
Acer spicatum

Acer spicatum

Moose Maple

Common1 obs.
Cortinarius iodes

Cortinarius iodes

Viscid Violet Cort

Common1 obs.
Polypodium virginianum

Polypodium virginianum

Common Rock Polypody

Occasional1 obs.
Betula alleghaniensis

Betula alleghaniensis

swamp birch

Occasional1 obs.
Mitchella repens

Mitchella repens

Squawvine

Occasional1 obs.

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Regional Wildlife Network

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