Carroll Valley
Ecosystem Overview
The Carroll Valley ecosystem supports 63 documented wildlife species across 55 taxonomic genera. Located in adams county, pennsylvania, 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 Gettysburg nearby has 37% more documented species, Carroll Valley offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 9 adams county County natural areas, placing it in the 56th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 63 total documented species.
Aythya collaris
Ring-necked Duck
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Aythya americana
Redhead
Podiceps auritus
horned grebe
Conium maculatum
hemlock
Aythya valisineria
Canvasback
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Cephalanthus occidentalis
Honey-Bells
Podophyllum peltatum
Mayapple
Anas rubripes
American Black Duck
Hesperis matronalis
Dames rocket
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Mareca strepera
Gadwall
Aythya marila
greater scaup
Impatiens capensis
orange balsam
Fulica americana
American Coot
Automeris io
Io Moth
Corydalus cornutus
Xylocopa virginica
Carpenter bee
Want the Complete Field Guide?
Get all 63 species with 3-4 high-quality images each, detailed descriptions, and a downloadable PDF for offline use.
Get Your Personalized Field Guide
Download a professional PDF field guide featuring all the species found in Carroll Valley. Perfect for outdoor adventures, education, and nature exploration.
Get Your Personalized Field Guide
Download a professional PDF field guide featuring all the species found in Carroll Valley. Perfect for outdoor adventures, education, and nature exploration.
Your field guide will be delivered to this email address. Please double-check for accuracy.
Nearby Wildlife Areas in Adams County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Carroll Valley. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Carroll Valleywithin Adams County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.