Locations in Shelby County, Tennessee
Species in Shelby County
Common Species in Shelby County
Showing 15 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Mimus polyglottos
Northern Mockingbird
Passerina cyanea
Indigo Bunting
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Sciurus carolinensis
Grey squirrel
Zonotrichia albicollis
white-throated sparrow
Thryothorus ludovicianus
Carolina Wren
Papilio glaucus
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Buteo lineatus
Red-Shouldered/Broad-Winged Hawk
Baeolophus bicolor
tufted titmouse
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Melanerpes carolinus
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Setophaga coronata
Myrtle Warbler
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
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Natural Areas & Wildlife Locations in Shelby County
Explore 39 documented locations in Shelby County, Tennessee. Each area offers unique wildlife viewing opportunities with varying biodiversity levels.
🌿 High Biodiversity Hotspots (2 locations)
🦅 Wildlife Viewing Areas (2 locations)
🌱 Emerging & Specialized Areas (8 locations)
📍 Additional Locations (27 locations)
About Wildlife Data
Species counts represent documented wildlife observations from citizen science contributions. Higher counts often indicate areas with diverse habitats, active monitoring, or significant ecological importance. Each location offers unique opportunities to connect with Shelby County's natural heritage.