Holly Springs
Ecosystem Overview
The Holly Springs ecosystem supports 67 documented wildlife species across 60 taxonomic genera. Located in wake county, north carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 14 frequently observed species and 13 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Wake County nearby has 33% more documented species, Holly Springs offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 31 wake county County natural areas, placing it in the 90th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 67 total documented species.
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Lithobates catesbeianus
Common Bullfrog
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Lithobates palustris
Pickerel Frog
Lithobates clamitans
Green Frog
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Acris crepitans
Eastern Cricket Frog
Lithobates sphenocephalus
Southern Leopard Frog
Anolis carolinensis
Green anole
Anaxyrus fowleri
fowler's toad
Baeolophus bicolor
tufted titmouse
Fulica americana
American Coot
Chrysemys picta
Eastern Painted Turtle
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Oxyura jamaicensis
Ruddy Duck
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Plestiodon fasciatus
Common Five-Lined Skink
Anaxyrus americanus
American Toad
Dolomedes triton
Six-Spotted Fishing Spider
Cotinis nitida
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Wake County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Holly Springs. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Holly Springswithin Wake County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.