Brighton
Ecosystem Overview
The Brighton ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 88 taxonomic genera. Located in essex 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 #4 for species diversity among 20 essex county County natural areas, placing it in the 80th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Chamaedaphne calyculata
Dwarf Cassandra
Larix laricina
Tamarack
Ischnura verticalis
Eastern Forktail
Myrica gale
bog-myrtle, sweet gale
Nymphaea odorata
American white waterlily
Prunus serotina
rum cherry, black cherry
Nuphar variegata
Yellow Cow-Lily
Rhododendron groenlandicum
Labrador-Tea
Maianthemum canadense
Canadian May-Lily
Pontederia cordata
pickerelweed
Trillium undulatum
Painted Trillium
Acer pensylvanicum
Moose Maple
Abies balsamea
Eastern Fir
Kalmia polifolia
Swamp Laurel
Aralia nudicaulis
Shotbush
Spiraea alba
Meadowsweet
Rubus pubescens
Creeping Red Raspberry
Hypericum perforatum
Perforate St John'S-Wort
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Anaxyrus americanus
American Toad
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Essex County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Brighton. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Brightonwithin Essex County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.