Basin 5
Ecosystem Overview
The Basin 5 ecosystem supports 28 documented wildlife species across 21 taxonomic genera. Located in bexar county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 6 frequently observed species and 5 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Bexar County nearby has 72% more documented species, Basin 5 offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #12 for species diversity among 41 bexar county County natural areas, placing it in the 71th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 28 total documented species.
Spatula clypeata
Northern Shoveler
Oxyura jamaicensis
Ruddy Duck
Spatula discors
Blue-winged Teal
Fulica americana
American Coot
Tringa melanoleuca
Greater Yellowlegs
Calidris minutilla
least sandpiper
Tachybaptus dominicus
Least Grebe
Setophaga petechia
Yellow Warbler
Mareca strepera
Gadwall
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Buteo lineatus
Red-Shouldered/Broad-Winged Hawk
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Egretta caerulea
Little Blue Heron
Tringa flavipes
lesser yellowlegs
Calidris melanotos
pectoral sandpiper
Calidris bairdii
baird’s sandpiper
Actitis macularius
spotted sandpiper
Geothlypis trichas
Common Yellowthroat (Arizela Group)
Spiza americana
Dickcissel
Spizella pallida
Clay-Coloured Sparrow
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Bexar County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Basin 5. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Basin 5within Bexar County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.