Homewood
Ecosystem Overview
The Homewood ecosystem supports 14 documented wildlife species across 14 taxonomic genera. Located in jefferson county, alabama, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Jefferson County nearby has 86% more documented species, Homewood offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 10 jefferson county County natural areas, placing it in the 50th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 14 total documented species.
Lepomis macrochirus
Bluegill sunfish
Oenothera speciosa
white evening-primrose
Nadata gibbosa
Yellowlined Caterpillar
Cesonia bilineata
Poecile carolinensis
Carolina Chickadee
Baeolophus bicolor
tufted titmouse
Sialia sialis
Eastern Bluebird
Ganoderma curtisii
Argia translata
Dusky Dancer
Battus philenor
Pipevine Swallowtail
Hemidactylus turcicus
Mediterranean gecko
Lepidium virginicum
Poorman pepperweed
Youngia japonica
Oriental false hawksbeard
Diadophis punctatus
Ringneck Snake
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Jefferson County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Homewood. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Homewoodwithin Jefferson County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.