New Shoreham
Ecosystem Overview
The New Shoreham ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 96 taxonomic genera. Located in washington 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 #3 for species diversity among 14 washington county County natural areas, placing it in the 79th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Limulus polyphemus
horseshoe crab
Feltia jaculifera
Dingy Cutworm Moth
Erythrodiplax berenice
Seaside Dragonlet
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Vanessa cardui
painted lady
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
Sympetrum vicinum
Autumn Meadowhawk
Morone saxatilis
Rockfish
Ancyloxypha numitor
Least Skipper
Elaeagnus umbellata
Autumn olive
Melanoplus femurrubrum
Red-Legged Grasshopper
Spinus tristis
American goldfinch
Lon zabulon
Zabulon Skipper
Toxomerus geminatus
Eastern Calligrapher
Callinectes sapidus
blue swimming crab
Lacinipolia renigera
Kidney-Spotted Minor
Celithemis eponina
Halloween Pennant
Tramea carolina
Carolina Saddlebags
Andrena hirticincta
Hairy-Banded Mining Bee
Cicindela repanda
Bronzed Tiger Beetle
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Washington County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near New Shoreham. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (5 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement New Shorehamwithin Washington County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.