Brevard
Ecosystem Overview
The Brevard ecosystem supports 64 documented wildlife species across 58 taxonomic genera. Located in transylvania county, north carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 13 frequently observed species and 12 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Transylvania County nearby has 36% more documented species, Brevard offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 6 transylvania county County natural areas, placing it in the 67th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 64 total documented species.
Polygonia interrogationis
Question Mark
Libellula incesta
Slaty Skimmer
Verbesina alternifolia
Alternate-Leaved Crownbeard
Plathemis lydia
Common Whitetail
Xylocopa virginica
Carpenter bee
Verbascum thapsus
Aaron'S-Rod
Anax junius
Green Darner
Libellula vibrans
Great Blue Skimmer
Onoclea sensibilis
Polypod Brake
Sciurus carolinensis
Grey squirrel
Argia fumipennis
Variable Dancer
Polistes fuscatus
Dark Paper Wasp
Megacyllene robiniae
Locust Borer
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Erythrodiplax minuscula
Little Blue Dragonlet
Celithemis elisa
Calico Pennant
Celithemis fasciata
Banded Pennant
Tramea carolina
Carolina Saddlebags
Perithemis tenera
Eastern Amberwing
Diabrotica undecimpunctata
Spotted Cucumber Beetle
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Transylvania County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Brevardwithin Transylvania County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.