Cornelius
Ecosystem Overview
The Cornelius ecosystem supports 14 documented wildlife species across 14 taxonomic genera. Located in mecklenburg county, north carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Mecklenburg County nearby has 86% more documented species, Cornelius offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 14 mecklenburg county County natural areas, placing it in the 71th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 14 total documented species.
Cephalanthus occidentalis
Honey-Bells
Ischnura kellicotti
Lilypad Forktail
Asterocampa celtis
Hackberry Emperor
Lithobates catesbeianus
Common Bullfrog
Sylvilagus floridanus
Lapin A Queue Blanche
Anolis carolinensis
Green anole
Viburnum dentatum
Southern Arrow-Wood
Euonymus americanus
bursting-heart
Toxicodendron radicans
poison ivy
Tetyra bipunctata
Salix nigra
Swamp Willow
Helenium amarum
bitterweed
Phallus ravenelii
Ravenel'S Stinkhorn
Toxostoma rufum
brown thrasher
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Mecklenburg County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Cornelius. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Corneliuswithin Mecklenburg County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.