Hinson Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Hinson Lake ecosystem supports 26 documented wildlife species across 25 taxonomic genera. Located in richmond county, north carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 6 frequently observed species and 5 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Richmond County nearby has 74% more documented species, Hinson Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 11 richmond county County natural areas, placing it in the 73th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 26 total documented species.
Viridothelium virens
Speckled Blister Lichen
Chimaphila maculata
Spotted Pipsissewa
Phytomyza opacae
Armadillidium nasatum
Pipilo erythrophthalmus
Eastern Towhee
Passerella iliaca
Fox Sparrow (Slate-Colored)
Trametes versicolor
Turkeytail
Ganoderma curtisii
Endothia gyrosa
Canoparmelia texana
Lecanora strobilina
Mealy Rim-Lichen
Asplenium platyneuron
ebony spleenwort
Sphagnum lescurii
Yellow Peatmoss
Quercus phellos
willow oak
Quercus falcata
Southern Red Oak
Proserpinaca palustris
Marsh Mermaid-Weed
Prunus caroliniana
mock orange
Baccharis halimifolia
Eastern baccharis
Morella cerifera
Wax myrtle
Parmotrema diffractaicum
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Richmond County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Hinson Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Hinson Lakewithin Richmond County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.