Colchester Pond
Ecosystem Overview
The Colchester Pond ecosystem supports 85 documented wildlife species across 77 taxonomic genera. Located in chittenden county, vermont, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 18 frequently observed species and 16 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Burlington nearby has 15% more documented species, Colchester Pond offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #7 for species diversity among 16 chittenden county County natural areas, placing it in the 56th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 85 total documented species.
Ischnura verticalis
Eastern Forktail
Lithobates catesbeianus
Common Bullfrog
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Sympetrum vicinum
Autumn Meadowhawk
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Falco sparverius
American Kestrel
Bombus ternarius
Tricolored Bumble Bee
Lithobates clamitans
Green Frog
Coenonympha california
Common Ringlet
Celithemis eponina
Halloween Pennant
Libellula luctuosa
Widow Skimmer
Nigronia serricornis
Cordulia shurtleffii
American Emerald
Icterus galbula
baltimore oriole
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Lithobates palustris
Pickerel Frog
Ancyloxypha numitor
Least Skipper
Lymantria dispar
Spongy moth
Perithemis tenera
Eastern Amberwing
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Chittenden County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Colchester Pond. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Colchester Pondwithin Chittenden County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.