Burlington
Ecosystem Overview
The Burlington ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 91 taxonomic genera. Located in chittenden county, vermont, 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 16 chittenden county County natural areas, placing it in the 94th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Vulpes vulpes
fox, red fox
Procyon lotor
raccoon, northern raccoon
Urocyon cinereoargenteus
Graufuchs
Acer negundo
ash-leaved maple, box-elder
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Sciurus carolinensis
Grey squirrel
Alliaria petiolata
garlic mustard
Harmonia axyridis
Harlequin ladybird
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Rhus typhina
Staghorn sumac
Onoclea sensibilis
Polypod Brake
Pinus strobus
White Pine
Symplocarpus foetidus
Skunk Cabbage
Quercus alba
Eastern White Oak
Castor canadensis
Canadian beaver
Acer platanoides
norway maple
Daucus carota
wild carrot
Colletes inaequalis
Unequal Cellophane Bee
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Chittenden County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Burlington. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Burlingtonwithin Chittenden County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.