Greenwood County
Ecosystem Overview
The Greenwood County ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 95 taxonomic genera. Located in greenwood county, south carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Greenwood, Greenwood County hosts 67% more species diversity. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 3 greenwood 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 100 total documented species.
Sciurus carolinensis
Grey squirrel
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Baeolophus bicolor
tufted titmouse
Setophaga pinus
Pine Warbler
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Spinus tristis
American goldfinch
Armadillidium nasatum
Corbicula fluminea
asian clam
Quiscalus quiscula
Common Grackle
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Magicicada tredecim
Camponotus castaneus
Utterbackia imbecillis
paper pondshell
Neuroterus quercusirregularis
Procyon lotor
raccoon, northern raccoon
Melanerpes carolinus
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Campsis radicans
Trumpetvine
Cephalanthus occidentalis
Honey-Bells
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Greenwood County
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Regional Wildlife Network
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