Old Fort
Ecosystem Overview
The Old Fort ecosystem supports 5 documented wildlife species across 5 taxonomic genera. Located in mcdowell county, north carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 0 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While McDowell County nearby has 95% more documented species, Old Fort offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 4 mcdowell county County natural areas, placing it in the 50th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 5 total documented species.
Tachycines asynamorus
green-house camel-cricket
Reynoutria japonica
Japanese Knotweed
Eudryas grata
Beautiful Wood-Nymph
Lonicera japonica
Japanese honeysuckle
Lon zabulon
Zabulon Skipper
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in McDowell County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Old Fort. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Old Fortwithin McDowell County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.