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Chilhowie

Ecosystem Overview

The Chilhowie ecosystem supports 8 documented wildlife species across 8 taxonomic genera. Located in smyth county, virginia, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Smyth County nearby has 92% more documented species, Chilhowie offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 3 smyth county County natural areas, placing it in the 0th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

8
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
8
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
5
Common Species
Frequently observed species
3
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#3
Regional Rank
Out of 3 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common2 species
Common3 species
Occasional2 species
Rare1 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#3 of 3 locations
0th percentile for diversity
vs. Smyth County
-92% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 8 total documented species.

Sturnus vulgaris

Sturnus vulgaris

starling

Very Common3 obs.
Buteo jamaicensis

Buteo jamaicensis

Red-tailed Hawk

Very Common2 obs.
Purpuricenus humeralis

Purpuricenus humeralis

Very Common1 obs.
Paonias excaecata

Paonias excaecata

Blind-Eyed Sphinx

Very Common1 obs.
Eumorpha pandorus

Eumorpha pandorus

Pandorus Sphinx Moth

Very Common1 obs.
Lathyrus latifolius

Lathyrus latifolius

Perennial pea

Common1 obs.
Agelaius phoeniceus

Agelaius phoeniceus

Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)

Common1 obs.
Turdus migratorius

Turdus migratorius

American Robin

Common1 obs.

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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Smyth County

Discover 2 other wildlife-rich locations near Chilhowie. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.

🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)

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Exceptional biodiversity with 100documented species. A must-visit destination for serious wildlife enthusiasts.

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Marion

Active wildlife area with 95 documented species.Excellent for diverse wildlife encounters and nature photography.

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Regional Wildlife Network

These nearby locations complement Chilhowiewithin Smyth County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.

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