St. Matthews
Ecosystem Overview
The St. Matthews ecosystem supports 66 documented wildlife species across 65 taxonomic genera. Located in jefferson county, kentucky, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 14 frequently observed species and 13 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Louisville nearby has 34% more documented species, St. Matthews offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 31 jefferson county County natural areas, placing it in the 84th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 66 total documented species.
Nyctanassa violacea
Yellow-Crowned Night Heron
Phoradendron leucarpum
eastern mistletoe
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Sciurus carolinensis
Grey squirrel
Colaptes auratus
common flicker
Xylocopa virginica
Carpenter bee
Poecile carolinensis
Carolina Chickadee
Harmonia axyridis
Harlequin ladybird
Euonymus fortunei
Winter creeper
Potentilla indica
yellow-flowered strawberry
Juniperus virginiana
Red Cedar Juniper
Eupatorium serotinum
late boneset
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Polistes metricus
Chelydra serpentina
Snapping Turtle
Lithobates catesbeianus
Common Bullfrog
Armadillidium nasatum
Hyalophora cecropia
Cecropia Silkmoth
Caenurgina erechtea
Forage Looper Moth
Diabrotica undecimpunctata
Spotted Cucumber Beetle
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Jefferson County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near St. Matthews. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement St. Matthewswithin Jefferson County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.