Duck
Ecosystem Overview
The Duck ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 92 taxonomic genera. Located in dare 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. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 8 dare county County natural areas, placing it in the 25th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Gavia immer
great northern loon
Ocypode quadrata
Atlantic ghost crab
Pelecanus occidentalis
Brown Pelican (Southern)
Bombus pensylvanicus
American Bumblebee
Cygnus columbianus
whistling swan
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Melanitta americana
black scoter
Calidris alba
sanderling
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Tursiops erebennus
Progne subis
Purple/Southern Martin
Quiscalus major
Boat-tailed Grackle
Sphex pensylvanicus
Great Black Digger Wasp
Oncopeltus fasciatus
Large Milkweed Bug
Papilio polyxenes
American Swallowtail
Efferia albibarbis
Brachymesia gravida
Four-spotted Pennant
Ischnura ramburii
Rambur's Forktail
Trigonopeltastes delta
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Dare County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Duck. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Duckwithin Dare County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.