Pittsburg
Ecosystem Overview
The Pittsburg ecosystem supports 22 documented wildlife species across 22 taxonomic genera. Located in crawford county, kansas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Crawford County nearby has 60% more documented species, Pittsburg offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 4 crawford 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 22 total documented species.
Cicindela sexguttata
Six-Spotted Tiger Beetle
Naupactus leucoloma
Whitefringed beetle
Tabanus sulcifrons
Ascalapha odorata
Black Witch
Vanessa atalanta
Red Admiral
Arilus cristatus
Boisea trivittata
Murgantia histrionica
Procambarus gracilis
Prairie Crayfish
Anaxyrus americanus
American Toad
Catharus ustulatus
Swainson's Thrush
Dendrocygna autumnalis
Tree Duck
Pleurotus ostreatus
Oyster Mushroom
Lamium purpureum
Purple deadnettle
Persicaria longiseta
creeping smartweed
Calosoma sayi
Harmonia axyridis
Harlequin ladybird
Polygonia interrogationis
Question Mark
Loxosceles reclusa
Taraxacum officinale
common dandelion
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Crawford County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Pittsburg. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Pittsburgwithin Crawford County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.