St. Charles
Ecosystem Overview
The St. Charles ecosystem supports 14 documented wildlife species across 14 taxonomic genera. Located in st. charles county, missouri, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While St. Charles County nearby has 86% more documented species, St. Charles offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 14 st. charles 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 14 total documented species.
Xylocopa virginica
Carpenter bee
Pentagenia vittigera
Libellula luctuosa
Widow Skimmer
Oncopeltus fasciatus
Large Milkweed Bug
Geranium carolinianum
Carolina Crane's-bill
Vicia sativa
Garden vetch
Asclepias syriaca
Virginia-Silk
Catalpa speciosa
Toxicodendron radicans
poison ivy
Ailanthus altissima
Tree of heaven
Cercis canadensis
Eastern Redbud
Trifolium campestre
hop trefoil
Lonicera maackii
Bush Honeysuckle
Morchella americana
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in St. Charles County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near St. Charles. 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 St. Charleswithin St. Charles County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.