Columbia
Ecosystem Overview
The Columbia ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 98 taxonomic genera. Located in boone county, missouri, 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 #1 for species diversity among 5 boone county County natural areas, placing it in the 80th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Popillia japonica
Japanese Beetle
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Chinavia hilaris
Green Stink Bug
Chauliognathus marginatus
Harmonia axyridis
Harlequin ladybird
Tetraopes tetrophthalmus
Red Milkweed Beetle
Dryobates pubescens
Downy Woodpecker
Acris blanchardi
Blanchard's Cricket Frog
Anaxyrus americanus
American Toad
Etheostoma spectabile
Orangethroat darter
Limax maximus
Spotted leopard slug
Mormidea lugens
Ictinia mississippiensis
Mississippi Kite
Sciurus niger
Cat Squirrel
Claytonia virginica
Eastern Springbeauty
Sialia sialis
Eastern Bluebird
Junco hyemalis
dark-eyed junco
Arilus cristatus
Polistes metricus
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Boone County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Columbia. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Columbiawithin Boone County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.