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Marlinton

Ecosystem Overview

The Marlinton ecosystem supports 10 documented wildlife species across 10 taxonomic genera. Located in pocahontas county, west virginia, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Pocahontas County nearby has 90% more documented species, Marlinton offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 5 pocahontas county County natural areas, placing it in the 60th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

10
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
10
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
6
Common Species
Frequently observed species
4
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#2
Regional Rank
Out of 5 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common3 species
Common3 species
Occasional3 species
Rare1 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#2 of 5 locations
60th percentile for diversity
vs. Pocahontas County
-90% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 10 total documented species.

Antheraea polyphemus

Antheraea polyphemus

Polyphemus Moth

Very Common1 obs.
Vanessa atalanta

Vanessa atalanta

Red Admiral

Very Common1 obs.
Coccyzus americanus

Coccyzus americanus

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

Very Common1 obs.
Lycium barbarum

Lycium barbarum

Barbary Matrimony Vine

Very Common1 obs.
Oenothera gaura

Oenothera gaura

Biennial Bee-Blossom

Very Common1 obs.
Halyomorpha halys

Halyomorpha halys

Brown Marmorated Stink Bug

Common1 obs.
Battus philenor

Battus philenor

Pipevine Swallowtail

Common1 obs.
Archilochus colubris

Archilochus colubris

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Common1 obs.
Prunella vulgaris

Prunella vulgaris

selfheal

Common1 obs.
Ardea herodias

Ardea herodias

Great Blue Heron

Common1 obs.

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Regional Wildlife Network

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