Moss Creek
Ecosystem Overview
The Moss Creek ecosystem supports 62 documented wildlife species across 61 taxonomic genera. Located in cabarrus county, north carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 13 frequently observed species and 12 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Concord nearby has 38% more documented species, Moss Creek offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 7 cabarrus county County natural areas, placing it in the 43th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 62 total documented species.
Aythya collaris
Ring-necked Duck
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Solanum carolinense
Apple-Of-Sodom
Argia tibialis
Blue-tipped Dancer
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Spatula clypeata
Northern Shoveler
Typha latifolia
bulrush
Toxomerus marginatus
Syrphid Fly
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
Tramea lacerata
Black Saddlebags
Lithobates clamitans
Green Frog
Asterocampa celtis
Hackberry Emperor
Oncometopia orbona
broad-headed sharpshooter
Zelus luridus
Pale Green Assassin Bug
Epargyreus clarus
Silver-Spotted Skipper
Lithobates catesbeianus
Common Bullfrog
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Ischnura posita
Fragile Forktail
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Moss Creekwithin Cabarrus County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.