Nags Head
Ecosystem Overview
The Nags Head ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 97 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 #5 for species diversity among 8 dare county County natural areas, placing it in the 38th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Calidris alba
sanderling
Clepsis peritana
Garden Tortrix
Leucophaeus atricilla
Laughing Gull
Emerita talpoida
Mole Crab
Achyra rantalis
Garden Webworm Moth
Anicla infecta
Green Cutworm Moth
Pleuroprucha insulsaria
Common Tan Wave
Eumarozia malachitana
Sculptured Moth
Quiscalus major
Boat-tailed Grackle
Promalactis suzukiella
Tringa semipalmata
Willet
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Plutella xylostella
Diamondback moth
Pelochrista robinsonana
Ocypode quadrata
Atlantic ghost crab
Callinectes sapidus
blue swimming crab
Gaillardia pulchella
firewheel
Lunarca ovalis
Blood Ark
Helicoverpa zea
Bollworm
Sparganothis sulfureana
Sparganothis Fruitworm Moth
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Dare County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Nags Head. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (5 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Nags Headwithin Dare County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.