Leawood
Ecosystem Overview
The Leawood ecosystem supports 43 documented wildlife species across 43 taxonomic genera. Located in johnson county, kansas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 9 frequently observed species and 8 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Lenexa nearby has 57% more documented species, Leawood offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 13 johnson county County natural areas, placing it in the 69th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 43 total documented species.
Ruellia strepens
limestone wild petunia
Sciurus carolinensis
Grey squirrel
Conium maculatum
hemlock
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Sylvilagus floridanus
Lapin A Queue Blanche
Acris blanchardi
Blanchard's Cricket Frog
Anaxyrus americanus
American Toad
Maevia inclemens
Dimorphic Jumper
Taxodium distichum
bald-cypress
Oncopeltus fasciatus
Large Milkweed Bug
Tamias striatus
eastern chipmunk
Dumetella carolinensis
Catbird
Piranga rubra
Summer Tanager
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Flavoparmelia caperata
Common Greenshield Lichen
Sumitrosis inaequalis
Cycloneda munda
Polished Lady Beetle
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Johnson County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Leawood. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Leawoodwithin Johnson County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.