Leon Valley
Ecosystem Overview
The Leon Valley ecosystem supports 62 documented wildlife species across 61 taxonomic genera. Located in bexar county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 13 frequently observed species and 12 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Bexar County nearby has 38% more documented species, Leon Valley offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #8 for species diversity among 41 bexar county County natural areas, placing it in the 80th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 62 total documented species.
Sciurus niger
Cat Squirrel
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Zenaida asiatica
White-winged Dove
Melanerpes aurifrons
Golden-fronted Woodpecker
Vachellia farnesiana
Sweet acacia
Didelphis virginiana
Virginia-Opossum
Baeolophus atricristatus
Black-crested Titmouse
Sayornis phoebe
Eastern Phoebe
Buteo lineatus
Red-Shouldered/Broad-Winged Hawk
Sceloporus olivaceus
Texas Spiny Lizard
Incilius nebulifer
Coastal Plain Toad
Menecles insertus
Abutilon fruticosum
Centruroides vittatus
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Procyon lotor
raccoon, northern raccoon
Haemorhous mexicanus
House Finch
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Thermonectus nigrofasciatus
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Bexar County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Leon Valley. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (4 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Leon Valleywithin Bexar County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.