Sylva
Ecosystem Overview
The Sylva ecosystem supports 17 documented wildlife species across 17 taxonomic genera. Located in jackson county, north carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Jackson County nearby has 83% more documented species, Sylva offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 6 jackson 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 17 total documented species.
Chordeiles minor
common nighthawk
Dynastes tityus
Paonias myops
Small-Eyed Sphinx
Hyalophora cecropia
Cecropia Silkmoth
Dryocampa rubicunda
Rosy Maple Moth
Epargyreus clarus
Silver-Spotted Skipper
Dermacentor variabilis
American Dog Tick
Asplenium platyneuron
ebony spleenwort
Symphyotrichum retroflexum
Paulownia tomentosa
Foxglove-tree
Coccinella septempunctata
7-spot ladybird
Promachus rufipes
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Setophaga palmarum
Palm Warbler
Lucanus capreolus
Stag Beetle
Toxostoma rufum
brown thrasher
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Jackson County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Sylva. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (6 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Sylvawithin Jackson County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.