Mount Vernon
Ecosystem Overview
The Mount Vernon ecosystem supports 20 documented wildlife species across 17 taxonomic genera. Located in rockcastle county, kentucky, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Rockcastle County nearby has 80% more documented species, Mount Vernon offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 4 rockcastle county County natural areas, placing it in the 50th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 20 total documented species.
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Bombycilla cedrorum
cedar waxwing
Aythya collaris
Ring-necked Duck
Libytheana carinenta
American Snout
Fulica americana
American Coot
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Hydroprogne caspia
Caspian tern
Tringa solitaria
Solitary Sandpiper
Tringa flavipes
lesser yellowlegs
Podiceps auritus
horned grebe
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Aythya americana
Redhead
Aythya marila
greater scaup
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Aix sponsa
wood duck
Celastrus scandens
staffvine
Opheodrys aestivus
Rough greensnake
Spatula discors
Blue-winged Teal
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Rockcastle County
Discover 3 other wildlife-rich locations near Mount Vernon. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Mount Vernonwithin Rockcastle County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.