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Dry Creek Preserve
 Alabama leather flower © Malcolm Pierson |
Why You Should Visit
This preserve in St. Clair County protects one of only a handful of populations of the endangered Alabama leather flower (Clematis socialis). This site is critical for the preservation of this species that is now known to grow at less than 7 sites in Northeast Alabama and Northwest Georgia.
Location
St. Clair County in central Alabama
Size
26 acres
How to Prepare for Your Visit
This preserve can be visited by prior arrangements only. For further information, call (205) 251-1155 or e-mail ktassin@tnc.org.
What to See: Plants
The federally endangered Alabama leather flower, upland rose gentian, prairie dock, and other native plants can be observed at this preserve. The preserve contains upland oak/hickory forest and bottomland hardwoods along the banks of Dry Creek.
What to See: Animals
Dry Creek supports a healthy beaver population. This preserve is also an important site for migratory and nesting songbirds.
Why the Conservancy Selected This Site
As one of only five populations, our preserve is key to the preservation of the Alabama leather flower.
What the Conservancy is Doing
The Nature Conservancy is currently monitoring this species to determine if any specific management activities are necessary for long term preservation.
