Beaver Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Beaver Lake ecosystem supports 16 documented wildlife species across 16 taxonomic genera. Located in buncombe county, north carolina, 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 Buncombe County nearby has 84% more documented species, Beaver Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 11 buncombe county County natural areas, placing it in the 45th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 16 total documented species.
Lepomis macrochirus
Bluegill sunfish
Fulica americana
American Coot
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Carex lurida
Shallow Sedge
Arisaema triphyllum
Indian-turnip
Impatiens capensis
orange balsam
Solanum dulcamara
bittersweet, woody nightshade
Rosa palustris
swamp rose
Parthenocissus quinquefolia
Virginia-creeper
Cornus florida
Flowering Dogwood
Verbesina alternifolia
Alternate-Leaved Crownbeard
Platanus occidentalis
American Sycamore
Archilochus colubris
Ruby-throated Hummingbird
Spatula discors
Blue-winged Teal
Butorides virescens
green heron
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Buncombe County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Beaver Lake. 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 Beaver Lakewithin Buncombe County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.