Morehead City
Ecosystem Overview
The Morehead City ecosystem supports 13 documented wildlife species across 13 taxonomic genera. Located in carteret county, north carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Beaufort nearby has 72% more documented species, Morehead City offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #8 for species diversity among 12 carteret county County natural areas, placing it in the 33th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 13 total documented species.
Leucospilapteryx venustella
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Arenaria interpres
ruddy turnstone
Quiscalus major
Boat-tailed Grackle
Quercus virginiana
Southern Live Oak
Medicago lupulina
Black medick
Melilotus albus
white melilot
Hydrocotyle bonariensis
Borrichia frutescens
sea oxeye
Achillea millefolium
yarrow, milfoil
Larus smithsonianus
American Herring Gull
Camponotus pennsylvanicus
Carpenter Ant
Homaledra octagonella
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Carteret County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Morehead City. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Morehead Citywithin Carteret County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.