Cole Camp
Ecosystem Overview
The Cole Camp ecosystem supports 16 documented wildlife species across 14 taxonomic genera. Located in benton county, missouri, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Benton County nearby has 84% more documented species, Cole Camp offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 3 benton county County natural areas, placing it in the 33th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 16 total documented species.
Dichotomius carolinus
Ischnura verticalis
Eastern Forktail
Libellula pulchella
Twelve-spotted Skimmer
Libellula cyanea
Spangled Skimmer
Libellula luctuosa
Widow Skimmer
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
Spilosoma virginica
Yellow Woolly Bear
Herpyllus ecclesiasticus
Parson Spider
Micrathena gracilis
Orb Weavers
Anaxyrus americanus
American Toad
Lithobates clamitans
Green Frog
Poecile carolinensis
Carolina Chickadee
Junonia coenia
Northern Buckeye
Argiope aurantia
Yellow Garden Spider
Gea heptagon
Heptagonal Orbweaver
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Benton County
Discover 5 other wildlife-rich locations near Cole Camp. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Cole Campwithin Benton County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.