Newport
Ecosystem Overview
The Newport ecosystem supports 28 documented wildlife species across 25 taxonomic genera. Located in carteret county, north carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 6 frequently observed species and 5 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Morehead City, Newport hosts 115% more species diversity. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 12 carteret 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 28 total documented species.
Lerema accius
Clouded Skipper
Xyris caroliniana
Carolina Yelloweyed Grass
Xyris ambigua
Juncus pelocarpus
brown-fruited rush
Zigadenus glaberrimus
sandbog death camas
Triantha racemosa
Pyxidanthera barbulata
Vaccinium crassifolium
creeping blueberry
Persea palustris
Swampbay
Sericocarpus tortifolius
whitetop aster
Chaptalia tomentosa
woolly sunbonnet
Carphephorus paniculatus
Carphephorus tomentosus
Triodanis perfoliata
round-leaved triodanis
Morella caroliniensis
Wax-Myrtle
Gratiola pilosa
Toxicodendron vernix
poison sumac
Hypericum tenuifolium
Lachnanthes caroliana
Euphoria sepulcralis
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Carteret County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Newport. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Newportwithin Carteret County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.