Bridgeton
Ecosystem Overview
The Bridgeton ecosystem supports 12 documented wildlife species across 10 taxonomic genera. Located in st. louis 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. Compared to nearby Florissant, Bridgeton hosts 140% more species diversity. This location ranks #21 for species diversity among 45 st. louis county County natural areas, placing it in the 53th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 12 total documented species.
Tringa melanoleuca
Greater Yellowlegs
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Charadrius semipalmatus
Semipalmated Plover
Calidris melanotos
pectoral sandpiper
Calidris minutilla
least sandpiper
Calidris pusilla
Semipalmated Sandpiper
Riparia riparia
sand martin
Albizia julibrissin
Siris
Sceliphron caementarium
Mud Dauber
Phalaropus tricolor
wilson’s phalarope
Butorides virescens
green heron
Sturnus vulgaris
starling
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Bridgetonwithin St. Louis County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.