Charlottesville
Ecosystem Overview
The Charlottesville ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 95 taxonomic genera. Located in albemarle county, virginia, 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. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 10 albemarle county County natural areas, placing it in the 70th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Sciurus carolinensis
Grey squirrel
Thryothorus ludovicianus
Carolina Wren
Sialia sialis
Eastern Bluebird
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Podophyllum peltatum
Mayapple
Poecile carolinensis
Carolina Chickadee
Sturnus vulgaris
starling
Dumetella carolinensis
Catbird
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Albizia julibrissin
Siris
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Rosa multiflora
Many-Flower Rose
Mimus polyglottos
Northern Mockingbird
Papilio glaucus
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Dryobates pubescens
Downy Woodpecker
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Melanerpes carolinus
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Marmota monax
Waldmurmeltier
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Albemarle County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Charlottesville. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
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🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Charlottesvillewithin Albemarle County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.