Stanley
Ecosystem Overview
The Stanley ecosystem supports 25 documented wildlife species across 22 taxonomic genera. Located in gaston county, north carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 6 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Gaston County nearby has 75% more documented species, Stanley offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 5 gaston 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 25 total documented species.
Bombus citrinus
Lemon cuckoo bumble bee
Bombus pensylvanicus
American Bumblebee
Epilachna borealis
Squash Beetle
Anthrenus verbasci
Varied carpet beetle
Prionus imbricornis
Scolia dubia
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Sphex ichneumoneus
Great Golden Digger Wasp
Hermetia illucens
Automeris io
Io Moth
Araneus marmoreus
Marbled Orbweaver
Limax maximus
Spotted leopard slug
Blarina brevicauda
Grande Musaraigne
Ajuga reptans
bugle
Conoclinium coelestinum
blue mistflower
Halyomorpha halys
Brown Marmorated Stink Bug
Promachus rufipes
Euchaetes egle
Milkweed Tussock Moth
Eurycea cirrigera
Southern Two-lined Salamander
Setophaga pinus
Pine Warbler
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Stanleywithin Gaston County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.