Edwardsville
Ecosystem Overview
The Edwardsville ecosystem supports 12 documented wildlife species across 11 taxonomic genera. Located in wyandotte county, kansas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Kansas City nearby has 88% more documented species, Edwardsville offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 4 wyandotte county County natural areas, placing it in the 25th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 12 total documented species.
Melanoplus femurrubrum
Red-Legged Grasshopper
Melanoplus differentialis
Differential Grasshopper
Orphulella speciosa
Slant-Faced Pasture Grasshopper
Elanoides forficatus
Swallow-tailed Kite
Conocephalus strictus
Straight-lanced Katydid
Tyrannus forficatus
Scissor-tailed Flycatcher
Cicindela punctulata
Punctured Tiger Beetle
Dichromorpha viridis
Short-winged Green Grasshopper
Chortophaga viridifasciata
Greenstriped Grasshopper
Juniperus virginiana
Red Cedar Juniper
Sorghum halepense
great millet, johnson grass
Allium vineale
wild onion
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Wyandotte County
Discover 6 other wildlife-rich locations near Edwardsville. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Edwardsvillewithin Wyandotte County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.