Jonesboro
Ecosystem Overview
The Jonesboro ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 87 taxonomic genera. Located in craighead county, arkansas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 5 craighead county County natural areas, placing it in the 80th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Eupatorium serotinum
late boneset
Harmonia axyridis
Harlequin ladybird
Ligustrum sinense
Chinese privet
Lonicera japonica
Japanese honeysuckle
Quercus stellata
post oak
Quercus alba
Eastern White Oak
Porcellio scaber
Common Rough Woodlouse
Diospyros virginiana
persimmon
Armadillidium vulgare
common pill woodlouse
Liquidambar styraciflua
satin-walnut
Quercus falcata
Southern Red Oak
Euphorbia maculata
Milk purslane
Zonotrichia albicollis
white-throated sparrow
Harpalus pensylvanicus
Lamium amplexicaule
henbit dead-nettle
Clematis terniflora
Sweet autumn virginsbower
Vitis rotundifolia
southern fox grape
Toxicodendron radicans
poison ivy
Passiflora incarnata
maypop
Epipagis fenestralis
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Craighead County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Jonesboro. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Jonesborowithin Craighead County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.