Shawnee
Ecosystem Overview
The Shawnee ecosystem supports 38 documented wildlife species across 34 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 62% more documented species, Shawnee offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 13 johnson county County natural areas, placing it in the 54th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 38 total documented species.
Potamilus fragilis
Potamilus ohiensis
pink papershell
Prochyliza xanthostoma
Boisea trivittata
Potamilus alatus
pink heelsplitter
Lithobates blairi
Plains Leopard Frog
Melanerpes carolinus
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Actitis macularius
spotted sandpiper
Vireo gilvus
Warbling Vireo (Western)
Sialia sialis
Eastern Bluebird
Thryothorus ludovicianus
Carolina Wren
Aythya affinis
Lesser Scaup
Aythya americana
Redhead
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Dichanthelium leibergii
Leiberg's panicgrass
Muhlenbergia cuspidata
plains muhly
Panicum dichotomiflorum
autumn millet
Panicum capillare
witch grass
Sorghum halepense
great millet, johnson grass
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Johnson County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Shawnee. 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 Shawneewithin Johnson County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.