Mineral Springs
Ecosystem Overview
The Mineral Springs ecosystem supports 18 documented wildlife species across 14 taxonomic genera. Located in union county, north carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Monroe, Mineral Springs hosts 350% more species diversity. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 7 union county County natural areas, placing it in the 57th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 18 total documented species.
Hypoxis hirsuta
yellow star-grass
Quercus phellos
willow oak
Quercus marilandica
blackjack oak
Pinus echinata
southern pine
Quercus stellata
post oak
Cladonia peziziformis
Turban Lichen
Briza minor
Little quakinggrass
Nothoscordum bivalve
false garlic
Quercus falcata
Southern Red Oak
Vaccinium stamineum
Southern Gooseberry
Populus alba
White poplar
Packera anonyma
small ragwort
Hieracium venosum
Rattlesnake Hawkweed
Symphyotrichum patens
Clasping Aster
Solidago odora
Anise-Scented Goldenrod
Eupatorium serotinum
late boneset
Eupatorium rotundifolium
Ludwigia palustris
hampshire-purslane
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Union County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Mineral Springs. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Mineral Springswithin Union County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.