Greensboro
Ecosystem Overview
The Greensboro ecosystem supports 30 documented wildlife species across 27 taxonomic genera. Located in caroline county, maryland, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 7 frequently observed species and 5 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Caroline County nearby has 70% more documented species, Greensboro offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 4 caroline 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 30 total documented species.
Ischnura posita
Fragile Forktail
Libellula incesta
Slaty Skimmer
Polistes fuscatus
Dark Paper Wasp
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Eremnophila aureonotata
Gold-Marked Thread-Waisted Wasp
Libellula vibrans
Great Blue Skimmer
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
Toxomerus marginatus
Syrphid Fly
Melanoplus differentialis
Differential Grasshopper
Estigmene acrea
Saltmarsh Caterpillar
Spoladea recurvalis
Hawaiian Beet Webworm Moth
Vanessa atalanta
Red Admiral
Phyciodes tharos
Pearl Crescent
Papilio glaucus
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Epargyreus clarus
Silver-Spotted Skipper
Lygaeus turcicus
Lithobates catesbeianus
Common Bullfrog
Glechoma hederacea
ground ivy
Eristalis transversa
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Caroline County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Greensboro. 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 Greensborowithin Caroline County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.