Weston
Ecosystem Overview
The Weston ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 90 taxonomic genera. Located in platte 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 6 platte county County natural areas, placing it in the 83th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Epargyreus clarus
Silver-Spotted Skipper
Chinavia hilaris
Green Stink Bug
Acris blanchardi
Blanchard's Cricket Frog
Plathemis lydia
Common Whitetail
Conocephalus nemoralis
Woodland Meadow Katydid
Lon zabulon
Zabulon Skipper
Polygonia comma
Eastern Comma
Graphocephala versuta
Podophyllum peltatum
Mayapple
Hydrophyllum virginianum
Shawnee Salad
Catharus ustulatus
Swainson's Thrush
Micrathena gracilis
Orb Weavers
Pieris rapae
small white
Baeolophus bicolor
tufted titmouse
Claytonia virginica
Eastern Springbeauty
Arisaema triphyllum
Indian-turnip
Passerina cyanea
Indigo Bunting
Setophaga ruticilla
American Redstart
Piranga rubra
Summer Tanager
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Platte County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Weston. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Westonwithin Platte County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.