Hyde County
Ecosystem Overview
The Hyde County ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 92 taxonomic genera. Located in hyde 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 Ocracoke, Hyde County hosts 100% more species diversity. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 4 hyde county County natural areas, placing it in the 75th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Cygnus columbianus
whistling swan
Eudocimus albus
White Ibis / American White Ibis
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Myocastor coypus
Coypu, Nutria
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Gaillardia pulchella
firewheel
Erythrodiplax berenice
Seaside Dragonlet
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Morella cerifera
Wax myrtle
Anas acuta
pintail, northern pintail
Fulica americana
American Coot
Anaxyrus fowleri
fowler's toad
Anolis carolinensis
Green anole
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Oxyura jamaicensis
Ruddy Duck
Sayornis phoebe
Eastern Phoebe
Gavia stellata
Red-throated Loon
Morus bassanus
Northern Gannet
Pluvialis squatarola
grey plover
Ocypode quadrata
Atlantic ghost crab
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Hyde County
Discover 6 other wildlife-rich locations near Hyde County. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Hyde Countywithin Hyde County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.