Sky Valley
Ecosystem Overview
The Sky Valley ecosystem supports 18 documented wildlife species across 17 taxonomic genera. Located in rabun county, georgia, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Rabun County nearby has 82% more documented species, Sky Valley offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 5 rabun county County natural areas, placing it in the 60th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 18 total documented species.
Solidago curtisii
Sceptridium dissectum
Cut-Leaved Grapefern
Asplenium montanum
Polystichum acrostichoides
dagger fern
Phegopteris hexagonoptera
Southern Beech Fern
Aulacomnium heterostichum
Thuidium delicatulum
delicate fern moss
Tsuga canadensis
Canada Hemlock
Rhododendron maximum
Big Rhododendron
Chimaphila maculata
Spotted Pipsissewa
Symphyotrichum retroflexum
Dryopteris intermedia
Intermediate Wood Fern
Dryopteris carthusiana
narrow buckler-fern
Tipularia discolor
Fissidens osmundioides
Cladonia squamosa
Dragon Horn
Pleopeltis michauxiana
Porpidia albocaerulescens
Smoky-Eye Boulder Lichen
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Rabun County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Sky Valley. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Sky Valleywithin Rabun County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.