Scotland Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Scotland Lake ecosystem supports 30 documented wildlife species across 24 taxonomic genera. Located in scotland county, north carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 7 frequently observed species and 5 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Laurinburg, Scotland Lake hosts 1400% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 4 scotland 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 30 total documented species.
Enneacanthus gloriosus
Bluespotted sunfish
Brasenia schreberi
Schreber'S Watershield
Drosera intermedia
oblong-leaved sundew
Celithemis ornata
Ornate Pennant
Gambusia holbrooki
Holbrook’s mosquitofish
Etheostoma serrifer
Sawcheek Darter
Fundulus lineolatus
Lined topminnow
Drosera capillaris
pink sundew
Pseudolycopodiella caroliniana
Ladona deplanata
Blue Corporal
Enallagma davisi
Sandhill Bluet
Phanogomphus diminutus
Diminutive Clubtail
Paepalanthus anceps
Cicindela tranquebarica
Oblique-Lined Tiger Beetle
Celithemis amanda
Amanda's Pennant
Amblytropidia mysteca
Brown Winter Grasshopper
Lepomis auritus
Redbreast sunfish
Lepomis macrochirus
Bluegill sunfish
Lithobates virgatipes
Carpenter Frog
Lycopodiella appressa
swamp clubmoss
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Scotland County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Scotland 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 Scotland Lakewithin Scotland County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.