Westminster
Ecosystem Overview
The Westminster ecosystem supports 88 documented wildlife species across 82 taxonomic genera. Located in windham county, vermont, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 18 frequently observed species and 17 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Brattleboro nearby has 12% more documented species, Westminster offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #10 for species diversity among 29 windham county County natural areas, placing it in the 66th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 88 total documented species.
Pinus strobus
White Pine
Tsuga canadensis
Canada Hemlock
Petromyzon marinus
sea lamprey
Castor canadensis
Canadian beaver
Platanus occidentalis
American Sycamore
Calidris melanotos
pectoral sandpiper
Fagus grandifolia
American Beech
Erythronium americanum
trout-lily
Ambystoma maculatum
Spotted salamander
Frangula alnus
Frangula
Lithobates sylvaticus
Wood Frog
Lythrum salicaria
purple loosestrife
Malacosoma americana
Eastern Tent Caterpillar Moth
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Trillium erectum
Bethroot
Helicoverpa zea
Bollworm
Alypia octomaculata
Eightspotted Forester
Dissosteira carolina
Carolina Grasshopper
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Dolichovespula maculata
Baldfaced Hornet
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Windham County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Westminster. 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 Westminsterwithin Windham County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.