Snow Goose Pool
Ecosystem Overview
The Snow Goose Pool ecosystem supports 27 documented wildlife species across 20 taxonomic genera. Located in accomack county, virginia, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 6 frequently observed species and 5 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Accomack County nearby has 73% more documented species, Snow Goose Pool offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 11 accomack county County natural areas, placing it in the 64th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 27 total documented species.
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Tringa melanoleuca
Greater Yellowlegs
Plegadis falcinellus
Glossy Ibis
Anas crecca
teal, common teal
Calidris alpina
dunlin
Mareca strepera
Gadwall
Anas rubripes
American Black Duck
Limulus polyphemus
horseshoe crab
Datana perspicua
Spotted Datana
Papilio polyxenes
American Swallowtail
Oncometopia orbona
broad-headed sharpshooter
Lontra canadensis
River Otter
Chelydra serpentina
Snapping Turtle
Charadrius semipalmatus
Semipalmated Plover
Egretta tricolor
Tricolor Heron
Egretta caerulea
Little Blue Heron
Tringa flavipes
lesser yellowlegs
Calidris melanotos
pectoral sandpiper
Geothlypis trichas
Common Yellowthroat (Arizela Group)
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Accomack County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Snow Goose Pool. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Snow Goose Poolwithin Accomack County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.