Louisville
Ecosystem Overview
The Louisville ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 93 taxonomic genera. Located in jefferson county, kentucky, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Jeffersontown, Louisville hosts 376% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 31 jefferson county County natural areas, placing it in the 94th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Sciurus carolinensis
Grey squirrel
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Phoradendron leucarpum
eastern mistletoe
Phytolacca americana
American pokeweed
Parthenocissus quinquefolia
Virginia-creeper
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Cynanchum laeve
climbing-milkweed
Sturnus vulgaris
starling
Campsis radicans
Trumpetvine
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Strix varia
barred owl
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Toxicodendron radicans
poison ivy
Mimus polyglottos
Northern Mockingbird
Euphorbia maculata
Milk purslane
Medicago lupulina
Black medick
Megascops asio
Eastern Screech-Owl
Bubo virginianus
Great Horned Owl
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Jefferson County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Louisville. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (4 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Louisvillewithin Jefferson County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.