Lake Junaluska
Ecosystem Overview
The Lake Junaluska ecosystem supports 57 documented wildlife species across 47 taxonomic genera. Located in haywood county, north carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 12 frequently observed species and 11 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Waynesville, Lake Junaluska hosts 418% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 6 haywood county County natural areas, placing it in the 67th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 57 total documented species.
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Aythya americana
Redhead
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Aythya collaris
Ring-necked Duck
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Cygnus olor
Mute Swan
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Aythya affinis
Lesser Scaup
Anas acuta
pintail, northern pintail
Setophaga palmarum
Palm Warbler
Aythya valisineria
Canvasback
Mareca americana
American Wigeon
Butorides virescens
green heron
Fulica americana
American Coot
Tachycineta bicolor
Tree/Violet-Green Swallow
Bombycilla cedrorum
cedar waxwing
Nycticorax nycticorax
night heron, black-crowned night heron
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Sphyrapicus varius
yellow-bellied sapsucker
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Haywood County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lake Junaluska. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lake Junaluskawithin Haywood County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.