West Alton
Ecosystem Overview
The West Alton ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 76 taxonomic genera. Located in st. charles 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 14 st. charles county County natural areas, placing it in the 93th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
American White Pelican
Cygnus buccinator
trumpeter swan
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Larus smithsonianus
American Herring Gull
Cygnus columbianus
whistling swan
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Falco sparverius
American Kestrel
Zonotrichia leucophrys
white-crowned sparrow
Bucephala clangula
common goldeneye
Asio flammeus
short-eared owl
Calidris fuscicollis
white-rumped sandpiper
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Anaxyrus fowleri
fowler's toad
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Tetraopes tetrophthalmus
Red Milkweed Beetle
Calidris minutilla
least sandpiper
Larus fuscus
lesser black-backed gull
Falco peregrinus
peregrine falcon
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in St. Charles County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near West Alton. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement West Altonwithin St. Charles County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.