Powells Pond
Ecosystem Overview
The Powells Pond ecosystem supports 11 documented wildlife species across 11 taxonomic genera. Located in moore 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 Southern Pines nearby has 67% more documented species, Powells Pond offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 7 moore county County natural areas, placing it in the 43th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 11 total documented species.
Ischnura posita
Fragile Forktail
Datana major
Azalea Caterpillar
Anageshna primordialis
Yellow-Spotted Webworm Moth
Atlides halesus
Great Purple Hairstreak
Prochoerodes lineola
Large Maple Spanworm Moth
Plathemis lydia
Common Whitetail
Enallagma vesperum
Vesper Bluet
Chauliodes rastricornis
Spring Fishfly
Leucothoe axillaris
dog-hobble
Iridopsis defectaria
Acharia stimulea
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Moore County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Powells Pond. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Powells Pondwithin Moore County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.