Pelham
Ecosystem Overview
The Pelham ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 94 taxonomic genera. Located in shelby county, alabama, 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 #2 for species diversity among 8 shelby county County natural areas, placing it in the 75th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Plethodon websteri
Webster's Salamander
Cornus florida
Flowering Dogwood
Hydrangea quercifolia
oak-leaf hydrangea
Pinus palustris
longleaf pine
Alnus serrulata
Brook-Side Alder
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Viola pedata
Birdfoot Violet
Vaccinium arboreum
winter-huckleberry
Aesculus pavia
red horsechestnut
Frangula caroliniana
Carolina buckthorn
Diospyros virginiana
persimmon
Vicia caroliniana
Carolina vetch
Hypoxis hirsuta
yellow star-grass
Aesculus parviflora
bottlebrush buckeye
Houstonia caerulea
Quaker-Ladies
Larinioides cornutus
Cherokia georgiana
Pholiota polychroa
Strix varia
barred owl
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Shelby County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Pelham. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Pelhamwithin Shelby County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.