Franklinville
Ecosystem Overview
The Franklinville ecosystem supports 82 documented wildlife species across 76 taxonomic genera. Located in randolph county, north carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 17 frequently observed species and 16 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Asheboro nearby has 18% more documented species, Franklinville offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 6 randolph 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 82 total documented species.
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Sialia sialis
Eastern Bluebird
Sayornis phoebe
Eastern Phoebe
Boisea trivittata
Harmonia axyridis
Harlequin ladybird
Protonotaria citrea
Prothonotary Warbler
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Buteo lineatus
Red-Shouldered/Broad-Winged Hawk
Cicindela sexguttata
Six-Spotted Tiger Beetle
Polystichum acrostichoides
dagger fern
Marmota monax
Waldmurmeltier
Ancistrocerus campestris
Smiling Mason Wasp
Dryobates pubescens
Downy Woodpecker
Phidippus putnami
Lepomis auritus
Redbreast sunfish
Burnsius communis
Common Checkered-Skipper
Megacyllene robiniae
Locust Borer
Lytta aenea
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Randolph County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Franklinvillewithin Randolph County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.