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Richmond Heights

Ecosystem Overview

The Richmond Heights ecosystem supports 3 documented wildlife species across 3 taxonomic genera. Located in st. louis county, missouri, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 1 frequently observed species and 0 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Florissant nearby has 40% more documented species, Richmond Heights offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #31 for species diversity among 45 st. louis county County natural areas, placing it in the 31th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

3
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
3
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
2
Common Species
Frequently observed species
1
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#31
Regional Rank
Out of 45 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common1 species
Common1 species
Occasional1 species
Rare0 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#31 of 45 locations
31th percentile for diversity
vs. Florissant
-40% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 3 total documented species.

Acronicta americana

Acronicta americana

American Dagger

Very Common1 obs.
Stylophorum diphyllum

Stylophorum diphyllum

Yellow Poppy

Very Common1 obs.
Mimus polyglottos

Mimus polyglottos

Northern Mockingbird

Very Common1 obs.

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Regional Wildlife Network

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