Purcellville
Ecosystem Overview
The Purcellville ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 93 taxonomic genera. Located in loudoun 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 #2 for species diversity among 8 loudoun county County natural areas, placing it in the 75th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Haemorhous purpureus
Purple/Cassin'S Finch
Asclepias syriaca
Virginia-Silk
Phytolacca americana
American pokeweed
Buteo lineatus
Red-Shouldered/Broad-Winged Hawk
Sylvilagus floridanus
Lapin A Queue Blanche
Asimina triloba
Pawpaw
Spinus tristis
American goldfinch
Acer negundo
ash-leaved maple, box-elder
Haemorhous mexicanus
House Finch
Vinca minor
lesser periwinkle
Junco hyemalis
dark-eyed junco
Melanerpes carolinus
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Didelphis virginiana
Virginia-Opossum
Poecile carolinensis
Carolina Chickadee
Sitta carolinensis
White-Breasted Nuthatch (Interior West)
Regulus satrapa
Golden-crowned Kinglet
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Corvus ossifragus
fish crow
Marmota monax
Waldmurmeltier
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Loudoun County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Purcellville. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Purcellvillewithin Loudoun County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.