Hayesville
Ecosystem Overview
The Hayesville ecosystem supports 22 documented wildlife species across 20 taxonomic genera. Located in clay county, north carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Clay County nearby has 78% more documented species, Hayesville offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 2 clay county County natural areas, placing it in the 0th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 22 total documented species.
Oncopeltus fasciatus
Large Milkweed Bug
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Hemaris diffinis
Snowberry Clearwing
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Pipilo erythrophthalmus
Eastern Towhee
Carex lurida
Shallow Sedge
Prunus serotina
rum cherry, black cherry
Daucus carota
wild carrot
Eutrochium fistulosum
hollow joe-pyeweed
Celastrus orbiculatus
Asian Bittersweet
Asclepias verticillata
Whorled Milkweed
Asclepias syriaca
Virginia-Silk
Asclepias tuberosa
Chieger-Flower
Paulownia tomentosa
Foxglove-tree
Ligustrum sinense
Chinese privet
Rhus glabra
Scarlet Sumach
Persicaria longiseta
creeping smartweed
Popillia japonica
Japanese Beetle
Harmonia axyridis
Harlequin ladybird
Monarda didyma
Oswego Tea
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Clay County
Discover 4 other wildlife-rich locations near Hayesville. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Hayesvillewithin Clay County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.