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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.
French-Mulberry
Squawvine
Blue Dasher
Eastern Ratsnake

Marsh Rose
Marbled Orbweaver
Horse-Mint

Serrate Crangonyctid
Beargrass

Overcup Oak
Mayapple
Trumpetvine
Poison Ivy

Viscid Violet Cort

Dwarf Pawpaw

Southern Cricket Frog

Walnut Sphinx

Racer
Whitman'S Jumping Spider

Fetterbush
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Gates County County, North Carolina
These comparisons are based on documented wildlife observations from citizen science data. Locations with higher species counts may have more observation activity, different habitat types, or larger coverage areas. Regional rankings help identify biodiversity hotspots and unique natural areas within Gates County County.
The Silver Springs ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 79 taxonomic genera. Located in Gates County, North Carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 17 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Gates County, Silver Springs hosts 8% more species diversity. This location ranks #61 for species diversity among 100 Gates County County natural areas, placing it in the 39th percentile for biodiversity.