Craven County
Ecosystem Overview
The Craven County ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 88 taxonomic genera. Located in craven county, north carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby New Bern, Craven County hosts 170% more species diversity. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 5 craven county County natural areas, placing it in the 80th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Liquidambar styraciflua
satin-walnut
Centrarchus macropterus
Flier
Sabal minor
bush palmetto
Tillandsia usneoides
Spanish Moss
Taxodium distichum
bald-cypress
Papilio palamedes
Laurel Swallowtail
Ilex coriacea
large gallberry
Cornus florida
Flowering Dogwood
Cyrilla racemiflora
myrtle
Pinus palustris
longleaf pine
Pinus serotina
marsh pine
Rhus copallina
Black Sumac
Chamaecyparis thyoides
White Cypress
Anolis carolinensis
Green anole
Smilax bona-nox
bullbrier
Arundinaria tecta
Toxicodendron radicans
poison ivy
Gelsemium sempervirens
gelsemium
Magnolia tripetala
Umbrella Magnolia
Enneacanthus gloriosus
Bluespotted sunfish
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Craven County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Craven County. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Craven Countywithin Craven County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.