Totier Creek Reservoir
Ecosystem Overview
The Totier Creek Reservoir ecosystem supports 17 documented wildlife species across 17 taxonomic genera. Located in albemarle county, virginia, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Charlottesville nearby has 83% more documented species, Totier Creek Reservoir offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 10 albemarle county County natural areas, placing it in the 40th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 17 total documented species.
Polioptila caerulea
Blue-Grey Gnatcatcher
Cicindela repanda
Bronzed Tiger Beetle
Bombus griseocollis
Brown-belted Bumblebee
Papilio glaucus
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Lithobates catesbeianus
Common Bullfrog
Acris crepitans
Eastern Cricket Frog
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Diphasiastrum digitatum
southern running-pine
Chimaphila maculata
Spotted Pipsissewa
Sternotherus odoratus
Eastern Musk Turtle
Spinus tristis
American goldfinch
Micranthes virginiensis
Virginia saxifrage
Malacosoma americana
Eastern Tent Caterpillar Moth
Plestiodon fasciatus
Common Five-Lined Skink
Setophaga coronata
Myrtle Warbler
Mergus merganser
goosander
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Albemarle County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Totier Creek Reservoir. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Totier Creek Reservoirwithin Albemarle County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.