Roan Mountain
Ecosystem Overview
The Roan Mountain ecosystem supports 15 documented wildlife species across 14 taxonomic genera. Located in carter county, tennessee, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Carter County nearby has 85% more documented species, Roan Mountain offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 3 carter county County natural areas, placing it in the 33th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 15 total documented species.
Bombus griseocollis
Brown-belted Bumblebee
Sayornis phoebe
Eastern Phoebe
Bombycilla cedrorum
cedar waxwing
Setophaga ruticilla
American Redstart
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Maianthemum racemosum
Feathery False Solomon'S-Seal
Maianthemum canadense
Canadian May-Lily
Galearis spectabilis
showy orchis
Dianthus armeria
deptford pink
Achillea millefolium
yarrow, milfoil
Lysimachia quadrifolia
Crosswort
Viola hirsutula
Southern Woodland Violet
Lobelia siphilitica
Blue Lobelia
Botrypus virginianus
Virginia Grapefern
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Carter County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Roan Mountain. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (6 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Roan Mountainwithin Carter County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.