Mission Hills
Ecosystem Overview
The Mission Hills ecosystem supports 39 documented wildlife species across 38 taxonomic genera. Located in johnson county, kansas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 7 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Lenexa nearby has 61% more documented species, Mission Hills offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 13 johnson county County natural areas, placing it in the 62th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 39 total documented species.
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Quiscalus quiscula
Common Grackle
Coprinellus micaceus
Glistening Inkcap
Sciurus carolinensis
Grey squirrel
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Sylvilagus floridanus
Lapin A Queue Blanche
Juniperus virginiana
Red Cedar Juniper
Glechoma hederacea
ground ivy
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Delphinia picta
Common Picture-Winged Fly
Stomoxys calcitrans
Stable Fly
Pachypsylla venusta
Pachypsylla celtidismamma
Lepomis cyanellus
Green sunfish
Tamias striatus
eastern chipmunk
Melanerpes carolinus
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Corvus ossifragus
fish crow
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Peniophora albobadia
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Johnson County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Mission Hills. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Mission Hillswithin Johnson County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.