Dardenne Prairie
Ecosystem Overview
The Dardenne Prairie ecosystem supports 15 documented wildlife species across 15 taxonomic genera. Located in st. charles county, missouri, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While St. Charles County nearby has 85% more documented species, Dardenne Prairie offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 14 st. charles county County natural areas, placing it in the 64th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 15 total documented species.
Corydalus cornutus
Etheostoma spectabile
Orangethroat darter
Hetaerina americana
American Rubyspot
Palaemon kadiakensis
Basiaeschna janata
Springtime Darner
Perlesta cinctipes
Plains Stone
Pimephales notatus
Bluntnose minnow
Acris blanchardi
Blanchard's Cricket Frog
Progne subis
Purple/Southern Martin
Petrochelidon pyrrhonota
Cliff Swallow
Packera glabella
cress-leaf groundsel
Limenitis archippus
Viceroy
Nerodia sipedon
Northern Water Snake
Passer montanus
tree sparrow
Corbicula fluminea
asian clam
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in St. Charles County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Dardenne Prairie. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Dardenne Prairiewithin St. Charles County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.