Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.
Nerodia rhombifer
Diamondback Water Snake
Very Common5 obs.
Echinargus isola
Reakirt'S Blue
Very Common5 obs.
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Uvalde County County, Texas
These comparisons are based on documented wildlife observations from citizen science data. Locations with higher species counts may have more observation activity, different habitat types, or larger coverage areas. Regional rankings help identify biodiversity hotspots and unique natural areas within Uvalde County County.
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.
Diamondback Water Snake
Reakirt'S Blue
Common Whitetail
Fiery Skipper
Texan Crescent
Phaon Crescent
Common Sootywing
Gray Hairstreak
Eastern Amberwing
Bordered Patch
Variegated Fritillary
Gulf Fritillary
Black Setwing
Mexican-Hat
Wood Sage
Texas Persimmon
Roseate Skimmer
Prothonotary Warbler
Sulphur-Tipped Clubtail
Texas Spotted Whiptail
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The Cooks Slough Nature Park ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 75 taxonomic genera. Located in Uvalde County, Texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 17 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Uvalde County, Cooks Slough Nature Park hosts 4% more species diversity. This location ranks #34 for species diversity among 100 Uvalde County County natural areas, placing it in the 66th percentile for biodiversity.