Stone Mountain
Ecosystem Overview
The Stone Mountain ecosystem supports 32 documented wildlife species across 31 taxonomic genera. Located in dekalb county, georgia, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 7 frequently observed species and 6 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While DeKalb County nearby has 68% more documented species, Stone Mountain offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 20 dekalb county County natural areas, placing it in the 70th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 32 total documented species.
Bombus griseocollis
Brown-belted Bumblebee
Xylocopa virginica
Carpenter bee
Strymon melinus
Cotton Square Borer
Arilus cristatus
Galiella rufa
Lygodium japonicum
Japanese climbing fern
Paspalum notatum
Bahiagrass
Chimaphila maculata
Spotted Pipsissewa
Solanum carolinense
Apple-Of-Sodom
Sanicula canadensis
Canada Snakeroot
Phytolacca americana
American pokeweed
Platanus occidentalis
American Sycamore
Liriodendron tulipifera
Tulip Poplar
Magnolia macrophylla
big-leaf magnolia
Paulownia tomentosa
Foxglove-tree
Entoloma murrayi
Verbena incompta
Purpletop vervain
Euodynerus hidalgo
Calopteryx maculata
Ebony Jewelwing
Scopula limboundata
Large Lace Border
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Dekalb County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Stone Mountain. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Stone Mountainwithin Dekalb County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.