Clarkston
Ecosystem Overview
The Clarkston ecosystem supports 36 documented wildlife species across 35 taxonomic genera. Located in dekalb county, georgia, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 7 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While DeKalb County nearby has 64% more documented species, Clarkston offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 20 dekalb county County natural areas, placing it in the 80th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 36 total documented species.
Pontederia cordata
pickerelweed
Stagmomantis carolina
Erythrodiplax minuscula
Little Blue Dragonlet
Papilio glaucus
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Catharus guttatus
Hermit Thrush
Pipilo erythrophthalmus
Eastern Towhee
Dumetella carolinensis
Catbird
Juncus effusus
soft rush
Commelina communis
Asiatic dayflower
Carpinus caroliniana
Blue Beech
Quercus falcata
Southern Red Oak
Geranium carolinianum
Carolina Crane's-bill
Crataegus viridis
Southern Thorn
Clematis virginiana
Virgin'S Bower
Triadica sebifera
Chinese tallow
Ambrosia trifida
Tall Ragweed
Lactuca floridana
Florida Wild Lettuce
Liquidambar styraciflua
satin-walnut
Magnolia virginiana
sweet magnolia
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Dekalb County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Clarkston. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Clarkstonwithin Dekalb County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.