Natural communities in Vermont
The State of Vermont recognizes 97 natural community types. The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department publishes an informative fact sheet for each natural community:
Each natural community has been assigned a state rank. For example, the Open Peatlands are a group of peat-accumulating wetland communities:
- Dwarf Shrub Bog – State Rank S2
- Black Spruce Woodland Bog – State Rank S2
- Pitch Pine Woodland Bog – State Rank S1
- Alpine Peatland – State Rank S1
- Poor Fen – State Rank S2
- Intermediate Fen – State Rank S2
- Rich Fen – State Rank S2
Each fact sheet includes a detailed list of associated plant and animal species. A short list of places in Vermont that typify the natural community is also included.
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I recently discovered these fact sheets. The species lists have been especially useful. Also, using the place list, I've discovered some new places to visit.
Excellent resource!
Thanks @tsn there's so much to learn :-)
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