Bristol
Ecosystem Overview
The Bristol ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 94 taxonomic genera. Located in bristol county, rhode island, 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 #1 for species diversity among 4 bristol county County natural areas, placing it in the 75th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Dumetella carolinensis
Catbird
Baeolophus bicolor
tufted titmouse
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Larus smithsonianus
American Herring Gull
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Dryobates pubescens
Downy Woodpecker
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Thryothorus ludovicianus
Carolina Wren
Poecile atricapillus
Black-capped chickadee
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Sciurus carolinensis
Grey squirrel
Zonotrichia albicollis
white-throated sparrow
Harmonia axyridis
Harlequin ladybird
Sturnus vulgaris
starling
Spizella passerina
Chipping Sparrow
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Bristol County
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Regional Wildlife Network
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