Carolina Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Carolina Lake ecosystem supports 13 documented wildlife species across 11 taxonomic genera. Located in new hanover 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 Wilmington nearby has 87% more documented species, Carolina Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #7 for species diversity among 9 new hanover county County natural areas, placing it in the 22th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 13 total documented species.
Eudocimus albus
White Ibis / American White Ibis
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Egretta tricolor
Tricolor Heron
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Egretta caerulea
Little Blue Heron
Helenium amarum
bitterweed
Leucophaeus atricilla
Laughing Gull
Calidris minutilla
least sandpiper
Suphisellus gibbulus
Rangia cuneata
Atlantic rangia
Poecilia latipinna
Sailfin molly
Butorides virescens
green heron
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in New Hanover County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Carolina Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Carolina Lakewithin New Hanover County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.