Hooksett
Ecosystem Overview
The Hooksett ecosystem supports 62 documented wildlife species across 55 taxonomic genera. Located in merrimack county, new hampshire, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 13 frequently observed species and 12 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Concord nearby has 38% more documented species, Hooksett offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #8 for species diversity among 31 merrimack county County natural areas, placing it in the 74th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 62 total documented species.
Pinus strobus
White Pine
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Lotus corniculatus
Garden bird's-foot-trefoil
Symplocarpus foetidus
Skunk Cabbage
Castor canadensis
Canadian beaver
Lithobates sylvaticus
Wood Frog
Onoclea sensibilis
Polypod Brake
Umbilicaria mammulata
Gaultheria procumbens
Mountain-Tea
Pinus rigida
pitch pine
Goodyera tesselata
Checkered Rattlesnake Plantain
Castanea dentata
Toothed Chestnut
Hormaphis hamamelidis
Witch-Hazel Cone Gall Aphid
Celithemis fasciata
Banded Pennant
Lasallia papulosa
Ursus americanus
American Black Bear
Lithobates clamitans
Green Frog
Ixodes scapularis
Eastern Black-Legged Tick
Dolomedes tenebrosus
Aeshna canadensis
Canada Darner
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Merrimack County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Hooksett. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Hooksettwithin Merrimack County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.