Cass County
Ecosystem Overview
The Cass County ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 95 taxonomic genera. Located in cass 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. Compared to nearby Harrisonville, Cass County hosts 4900% more species diversity. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 3 cass county County natural areas, placing it in the 67th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Passerina cyanea
Indigo Bunting
Asclepias syriaca
Virginia-Silk
Epargyreus clarus
Silver-Spotted Skipper
Pheucticus ludovicianus
Rose-breasted Grosbeak
Strymon melinus
Cotton Square Borer
Asterocampa celtis
Hackberry Emperor
Actias luna
North American Luna Moth
Melanoplus differentialis
Differential Grasshopper
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
Pseudacris crucifer
Spring Peeper
Arilus cristatus
Lithobates catesbeianus
Common Bullfrog
Platycryptus undatus
Tan Jumping Spider
Stagmomantis carolina
Marmota monax
Waldmurmeltier
Bombus griseocollis
Brown-belted Bumblebee
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Cass County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Cass County. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Cass Countywithin Cass County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.