Anniston
Ecosystem Overview
The Anniston ecosystem supports 24 documented wildlife species across 24 taxonomic genera. Located in calhoun county, alabama, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Calhoun County nearby has 61% more documented species, Anniston offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 3 calhoun county County natural areas, placing it in the 33th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 24 total documented species.
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Anolis carolinensis
Green anole
Melanerpes erythrocephalus
Red-headed Woodpecker
Juniperus virginiana
Red Cedar Juniper
Oxydendrum arboreum
sourwood
Hydrangea quercifolia
oak-leaf hydrangea
Prunus serotina
rum cherry, black cherry
Diospyros virginiana
persimmon
Daucus carota
wild carrot
Aralia spinosa
prickly-ash
Platanus occidentalis
American Sycamore
Liquidambar styraciflua
satin-walnut
Paulownia tomentosa
Foxglove-tree
Rhus copallina
Black Sumac
Junonia coenia
Northern Buckeye
Spinus tristis
American goldfinch
Pinus virginiana
poverty pine
Cercis canadensis
Eastern Redbud
Helenium amarum
bitterweed
Spigelia marilandica
Indian-pink
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Calhoun County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Annistonwithin Calhoun County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.