Athens
Ecosystem Overview
The Athens ecosystem supports 39 documented wildlife species across 33 taxonomic genera. Located in windham county, vermont, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 7 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Brattleboro nearby has 61% more documented species, Athens offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #17 for species diversity among 29 windham county County natural areas, placing it in the 41th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 39 total documented species.
Osmundastrum cinnamomeum
Buckhorn
Tsuga canadensis
Canada Hemlock
Carex canescens
hoary sedge
Trillium undulatum
Painted Trillium
Cephalanthus occidentalis
Honey-Bells
Acer pensylvanicum
Moose Maple
Pinus strobus
White Pine
Chamaedaphne calyculata
Dwarf Cassandra
Philomycus flexuolaris
Winding mantleslug
Onoclea sensibilis
Polypod Brake
Carex stricta
Tussock Sedge
Carex folliculata
Northern Long Sedge
Carex gynandra
Mountain Fringed Sedge
Carex lupulina
Hop Sedge
Eriophorum virginicum
Tawny Cotton-Grass
Medeola virginiana
Indian Cucumber Root
Quercus rubra
Red oak
Fagus grandifolia
American Beech
Kalmia angustifolia
Wicky
Viburnum acerifolium
Possum Haw
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Windham County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Athens. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Athenswithin Windham County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.