Chincoteague
Ecosystem Overview
The Chincoteague ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 87 taxonomic genera. Located in accomack county, virginia, 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 #1 for species diversity among 11 accomack county County natural areas, placing it in the 91th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Aplidium stellatum
Atlantic Sea Pork
Ilyanassa obsoleta
Eastern Mudsnail
Leucophaeus atricilla
Laughing Gull
Hymeniacidon heliophila
diurnal horny sponge
Porcellio scaber
Common Rough Woodlouse
Tringa semipalmata
Willet
Codium fragile
Dead Man'S Fingers
Mercenaria mercenaria
hard shell
Crepidula fornicata
Common Atlantic Slippersnail
Armadillidium vulgare
common pill woodlouse
Trifolium pratense
red clover
Egretta tricolor
Tricolor Heron
Haematopus palliatus
American Oystercatcher
Pluvialis squatarola
grey plover
Limosa fedoa
Marbled Godwit
Callinectes sapidus
blue swimming crab
Rallus crepitans
Clapper Rail
Crassostrea virginica
American oyster
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Accomack County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Chincoteague. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Chincoteaguewithin Accomack County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.