Seal Salamander
This salamander occurs throughout the mountains of Western North Carolina and are found in most forested stream situations.
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Gray Catbird
Appearing in wooded areas, this medium-sized songbird occupies the underbrush, feeding on berries and insects. The Catbird, sporting slate gray plumage, has a slow warbling song that is varied and […]
Pipevine Swallowtail
These common black butterflies are easily identified by the single C-shaped row of reddish-orange spots on the underside of the hindwing.
Bloodroot Sanguinaria canadensis
Bloodroot, Sanguinaria canadensis L., is a member of the Papaveraceae family. It is a native spring wildflower that grows in our rich woodlands. It can grow in full sun, but […]
90 Years of Reputable Research
Highlands is a biologically diverse area with more species of plants and animals than nearly any other ecosystem in the United States, and serves as a refuge for many bee […]
Swamp Pink
Swamp Pink (Helonias bullata) is a rare perennial herb, the only known species in its genus. Blooming in March to May, its fragrant flowers are pink and occur in a […]
The Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis. Garter snakes come in a wide variety of colors and patterns. They may be blue, brown, green or red, with black or dark brown spots and/or stripes. These […]
Cerulean Warbler
The Cerulean Warbler nests in mature deciduous forests in the northeastern quadrant of the country, but mainly to the north and west of North Carolina. It does migrate through the […]
Tiger Swallowtail
This unique species of swallowtail is a quick and strong flier, gliding when able. The males are a bright yellow, while the females can exhibit two different color forms; yellow […]
