Spruce Pine
Ecosystem Overview
The Spruce Pine ecosystem supports 19 documented wildlife species across 18 taxonomic genera. Located in mitchell 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 Mitchell County nearby has 81% more documented species, Spruce Pine offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 3 mitchell county County natural areas, placing it in the 33th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 19 total documented species.
Battus philenor
Pipevine Swallowtail
Lathyrus latifolius
Perennial pea
Odontota dorsalis
Dasylophia anguina
Black-Spotted Prominent Moth
Epargyreus clarus
Silver-Spotted Skipper
Boisea trivittata
Salvelinus fontinalis
brook trout
Sicyos angulatus
Angled Burr Cucumber
Rhododendron maximum
Big Rhododendron
Solanum carolinense
Apple-Of-Sodom
Juglans cinerea
butternut
Phytolacca americana
American pokeweed
Saponaria officinalis
soapwort
Verbascum blattaria
Moth Mullein
Verbascum thapsus
Aaron'S-Rod
Monarda fistulosa
Wild Bergamot
Eupatorium serotinum
late boneset
Lobelia cardinalis
Cardinalflower
Asphondylia rudbeckiaeconspicua
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Mitchell County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Spruce Pine. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Spruce Pinewithin Mitchell County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.