Biltmore Forest
Ecosystem Overview
The Biltmore Forest ecosystem supports 44 documented wildlife species across 43 taxonomic genera. Located in buncombe county, north carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 9 frequently observed species and 8 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Buncombe County nearby has 56% more documented species, Biltmore Forest offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 11 buncombe county County natural areas, placing it in the 55th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 44 total documented species.
Rubus phoenicolasius
wineberry
Salvia lyrata
lyre-leaf sage
Ilex opaca
white holly
Erigeron philadelphicus
common fleabane
Cladonia coniocraea
Strix varia
barred owl
Pisaurina mira
American Nursery Web Spider
Calycanthus floridus
Strawberry-Shrub
Stereum lobatum
Stereum complicatum
Crowded Parchment
Glechoma hederacea
ground ivy
Tsuga canadensis
Canada Hemlock
Dactylis glomerata
Orchardgrass
Maianthemum racemosum
Feathery False Solomon'S-Seal
Eschscholzia californica
California poppy
Quercus rubra
Red oak
Sparassis spathulata
Lamium amplexicaule
henbit dead-nettle
Daedaleopsis confragosa
Thin-Walled Maze Polypore
Megachile sculpturalis
Sculptured Resin Bee
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Buncombe County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Biltmore Forest. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Biltmore Forestwithin Buncombe County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.