Raytown
Ecosystem Overview
The Raytown ecosystem supports 10 documented wildlife species across 10 taxonomic genera. Located in jackson county, 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 Jackson County nearby has 90% more documented species, Raytown offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 7 jackson county County natural areas, placing it in the 57th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 10 total documented species.
Celtis occidentalis
Hackberry
Maclura pomifera
Osage-orange
Clematis terniflora
Sweet autumn virginsbower
Phytolacca americana
American pokeweed
Euonymus fortunei
Winter creeper
Acer saccharinum
White Maple
Viola sororia
Hooded Blue Violet
Morus alba
White mulberry
Potentilla indica
yellow-flowered strawberry
Lonicera maackii
Bush Honeysuckle
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Jackson County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Raytown. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Raytownwithin Jackson County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.