River Des Peres
Ecosystem Overview
The River Des Peres ecosystem supports 10 documented wildlife species across 9 taxonomic genera. Located in city of st. louis, missouri, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While City of St. Louis nearby has 90% more documented species, River Des Peres offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 9 city of st. louis County natural areas, placing it in the 78th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 10 total documented species.
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Aix sponsa
wood duck
Juniperus virginiana
Red Cedar Juniper
Pontederia cordata
pickerelweed
Physostegia virginiana
obedient plant
Hibiscus laevis
scarlet rose-mallow
Spinus tristis
American goldfinch
Butorides virescens
green heron
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in City Of St. Louis
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near River Des Peres. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement River Des Pereswithin City Of St. Louis's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.