Lake Waccamaw
Ecosystem Overview
The Lake Waccamaw ecosystem supports 28 documented wildlife species across 27 taxonomic genera. Located in columbus 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. While Columbus County nearby has 72% more documented species, Lake Waccamaw offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 5 columbus county County natural areas, placing it in the 60th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 28 total documented species.
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Smilax laurifolia
bamboovine
Tillandsia usneoides
Spanish Moss
Morella cerifera
Wax myrtle
Ilex glabra
Evergreen Winterberry
Cartrema americana
devilwood
Libellula vibrans
Great Blue Skimmer
Saccharosydne saccharivora
Dolomedes triton
Six-Spotted Fishing Spider
Leucauge argyrobapta
Didelphis virginiana
Virginia-Opossum
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Taxodium distichum
bald-cypress
Quercus laevis
Turkey Oak
Pyxidanthera barbulata
Phoradendron leucarpum
eastern mistletoe
Persea palustris
Swampbay
Alternanthera philoxeroides
Alligatorweed
Toxicodendron radicans
poison ivy
Bulbostylis barbata
watergrass
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Columbus County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lake Waccamaw. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (6 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lake Waccamawwithin Columbus County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.