Bowie
Ecosystem Overview
The Bowie ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 94 taxonomic genera. Located in prince george's county, maryland, 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. This location ranks #7 for species diversity among 29 prince george's county County natural areas, placing it in the 76th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Acris crepitans
Eastern Cricket Frog
Lespedeza bicolor
shrub lespedeza
Mertensia virginica
Bluebells
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Pallavicinia lyellii
Ribbonwort
Lithobates sphenocephalus
Southern Leopard Frog
Anaxyrus americanus
American Toad
Vanessa virginiensis
American Lady
Podophyllum peltatum
Mayapple
Plathemis lydia
Common Whitetail
Pontederia cordata
pickerelweed
Mikania scandens
Climbing hempvine
Pseudemys rubriventris
Eastern Redbelly Turtle
Lithobates clamitans
Green Frog
Verrucosa arenata
orb weavers
Papilio troilus
Spicebush
Bombylius major
Bee Fly
Toxomerus geminatus
Eastern Calligrapher
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Ischnura posita
Fragile Forktail
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Prince George's County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Bowie. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (5 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Bowiewithin Prince George's County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.