Live Oak
Ecosystem Overview
The Live Oak ecosystem supports 71 documented wildlife species across 70 taxonomic genera. Located in bexar county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 15 frequently observed species and 14 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Bexar County nearby has 29% more documented species, Live Oak offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #7 for species diversity among 41 bexar county County natural areas, placing it in the 83th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 71 total documented species.
Fulica americana
American Coot
Alopochen aegyptiaca
Egyptian Goose
Perithemis tenera
Eastern Amberwing
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Tillandsia recurvata
Small ballmoss
Oxyura jamaicensis
Ruddy Duck
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Pachypsylla venusta
Papilio glaucus
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Erythrodiplax umbrata
Band-winged Dragonlet
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Orthemis ferruginea
Roseate Skimmer
Chelydra serpentina
Snapping Turtle
Anolis carolinensis
Green anole
Sceloporus olivaceus
Texas Spiny Lizard
Pseudemys texana
Texas River Cooter
Actitis macularius
spotted sandpiper
Polistes exclamans
Cryptolaemus montrouzieri
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Bexar County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Live Oak. 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 Live Oakwithin Bexar County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.