Richmond County
Ecosystem Overview
The Richmond County ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 94 taxonomic genera. Located in richmond county, north carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Treeces Lake, Richmond County hosts 0% more species diversity. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 11 richmond county County natural areas, placing it in the 91th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Carphephorus bellidifolius
Phacelia dubia
Appalachian phacelia
Chrysopsis mariana
Maryland golden-aster
Argia fumipennis
Variable Dancer
Prunella vulgaris
selfheal
Armadillidium vulgare
common pill woodlouse
Passiflora incarnata
maypop
Orontium aquaticum
golden-club
Ladona deplanata
Blue Corporal
Viola pedata
Birdfoot Violet
Sericocarpus tortifolius
whitetop aster
Tephrosia virginiana
goat's-rue
Ipomoea pandurata
wild sweet-potato-vine
Acris gryllus
Southern Cricket Frog
Chimaphila maculata
Spotted Pipsissewa
Brasenia schreberi
Schreber'S Watershield
Pontederia cordata
pickerelweed
Commelina virginica
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Pogonomyrmex badius
Florida harvester ant
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Richmond County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Richmond Countywithin Richmond County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.