Chester
Ecosystem Overview
The Chester ecosystem supports 38 documented wildlife species across 36 taxonomic genera. Located in windsor 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 Windsor County nearby has 62% more documented species, Chester offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #23 for species diversity among 31 windsor county County natural areas, placing it in the 26th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 38 total documented species.
Pinus strobus
White Pine
Quercus rubra
Red oak
Reynoutria japonica
Japanese Knotweed
Lithobates sylvaticus
Wood Frog
Platanus occidentalis
American Sycamore
Pastinaca sativa
Wild parsnip
Halictus ligatus
Ligated Furrow Bee
Andrena clarkella
Clarke's Mining Bee
Cercyonis pegala
Common Wood Nymph
Ambystoma maculatum
Spotted salamander
Ganoderma applanatum
Artist's Bracket
Hypomyces lactifluorum
Onoclea sensibilis
Polypod Brake
Phegopteris connectilis
beech fern
Adiantum pedatum
Five-Finger Fern
Abies balsamea
Eastern Fir
Tsuga canadensis
Canada Hemlock
Carex lurida
Shallow Sedge
Carex intumescens
Shining Bur Sedge
Monotropa uniflora
One-Flowered Indian Pipe
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Windsor County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Chester. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (4 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Chesterwithin Windsor County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.