Smithville
Ecosystem Overview
The Smithville ecosystem supports 53 documented wildlife species across 53 taxonomic genera. Located in bastrop county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 11 frequently observed species and 10 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Bastrop nearby has 47% more documented species, Smithville offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 6 bastrop county County natural areas, placing it in the 50th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 53 total documented species.
Didelphis virginiana
Virginia-Opossum
Aspidoscelis gularis
Texas Spotted Whiptail
Coccinella septempunctata
7-spot ladybird
Stagmomantis carolina
Cicindela ocellata
Oncopeltus sexmaculatus
Chrysanthrax edititius
Cycloneda sanguinea
Stichopogon trifasciatus
Three-Banded Robber Fly
Columbina inca
Inca Dove
Palpada vinetorum
Halysidota harrisii
Sycamore Tussock Moth
Melanerpes carolinus
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Acris blanchardi
Blanchard's Cricket Frog
Graptemys versa
Texas map turtle
Castor canadensis
Canadian beaver
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Petrochelidon pyrrhonota
Cliff Swallow
Vespula maculifrons
Eastern Yellowjacket
Tetracha carolina
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Bastrop County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Smithville. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Smithvillewithin Bastrop County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.