Luray
Ecosystem Overview
The Luray ecosystem supports 20 documented wildlife species across 20 taxonomic genera. Located in page county, virginia, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Page County nearby has 80% more documented species, Luray offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 2 page county County natural areas, placing it in the 0th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 20 total documented species.
Toxomerus marginatus
Syrphid Fly
Dynastes tityus
Bombus perplexus
Confusing bumble bee
Melanoplus differentialis
Differential Grasshopper
Corydalus cornutus
Sylvilagus floridanus
Lapin A Queue Blanche
Marmota monax
Waldmurmeltier
Nycticorax nycticorax
night heron, black-crowned night heron
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Quiscalus quiscula
Common Grackle
Petrochelidon pyrrhonota
Cliff Swallow
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Dumetella carolinensis
Catbird
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Ailanthus altissima
Tree of heaven
Acanthocephala terminalis
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Sturnus vulgaris
starling
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Page County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Luraywithin Page County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.