Governors Island
Ecosystem Overview
The Governors Island ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 85 taxonomic genera. Located in new york county, new york, 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 #7 for species diversity among 21 new york county County natural areas, placing it in the 67th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Rhus copallina
Black Sumac
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Falco sparverius
American Kestrel
Nyctanassa violacea
Yellow-Crowned Night Heron
Xylocopa virginica
Carpenter bee
Harmonia axyridis
Harlequin ladybird
Oncopeltus fasciatus
Large Milkweed Bug
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Mimus polyglottos
Northern Mockingbird
Polistes dominula
Paper Wasp
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Sterna hirundo
common tern
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Vanessa cardui
painted lady
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Bombus fervidus
Yellow Bumble Bee
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in New York County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Governors Island. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (6 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Governors Islandwithin New York County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.