Kirby
Ecosystem Overview
The Kirby ecosystem supports 24 documented wildlife species across 24 taxonomic genera. Located in caledonia county, vermont, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Caledonia County nearby has 76% more documented species, Kirby offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #12 for species diversity among 16 caledonia county County natural areas, placing it in the 25th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 24 total documented species.
Bombus ternarius
Tricolored Bumble Bee
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Ptilium crista-castrensis
Ostrich-Plume Moss
Polistes fuscatus
Dark Paper Wasp
Andrena parnassiae
Acronicta americana
American Dagger
Homoglaea hircina
Psyche casta
Moth
Antheraea polyphemus
Polyphemus Moth
Araneus marmoreus
Marbled Orbweaver
Sayornis phoebe
Eastern Phoebe
Pleurozium schreberi
Red-Stemmed Feather-Moss
Equisetum hyemale
rough horsetail
Huperzia lucidula
shining fir-moss
Viburnum lantanoides
Moosewood
Asclepias syriaca
Virginia-Silk
Acer saccharum
Sugar Maple
Vanessa cardui
painted lady
Plathemis lydia
Common Whitetail
Anania funebris
White-spotted Sable
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Caledonia County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Kirby. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Kirbywithin Caledonia County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.