Hutchinson
Ecosystem Overview
The Hutchinson ecosystem supports 51 documented wildlife species across 49 taxonomic genera. Located in reno county, kansas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 11 frequently observed species and 10 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Reno County nearby has 30% more documented species, Hutchinson offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 4 reno 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 51 total documented species.
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Junonia coenia
Northern Buckeye
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Spodoptera frugiperda
Fall Armyworm Moth
Choephora fungorum
Megachile parallela
Vespula maculifrons
Eastern Yellowjacket
Platycryptus undatus
Tan Jumping Spider
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
Hemipenthes sinuosus
Neoscona crucifera
Spotted Orbweaver
Caenurgina erechtea
Forage Looper Moth
Spilosoma virginica
Yellow Woolly Bear
Euptoieta claudia
Variegated Fritillary
Jadera haematoloma
Oncopeltus fasciatus
Large Milkweed Bug
Sympetrum corruptum
Variegated Meadowhawk
Micrathena gracilis
Orb Weavers
Lasioglossum fuscipenne
Brown-Winged Sweat Bee
Vespula squamosa
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Reno County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Hutchinson. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Hutchinsonwithin Reno County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.