Sandy Oaks
Ecosystem Overview
The Sandy Oaks ecosystem supports 17 documented wildlife species across 17 taxonomic genera. Located in bexar county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Bexar County nearby has 83% more documented species, Sandy Oaks offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #18 for species diversity among 41 bexar county County natural areas, placing it in the 56th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 17 total documented species.
Tetragonotheca repanda
Melinis repens
Rose natal grass
Acalypha radians
Sclerocarpus uniserialis
Castilleja indivisa
Texas paintbrush
Schistocerca americana
American Bird Locust
Cisseps fulvicollis
Yellow-Collared Scape Moth
Acacesia hamata
orb weavers
Schizachyrium scoparium
Small Bluestem
Indigofera suffruticosa
Anil de pasto
Rudbeckia hirta
Blackeyed Susan
Asclepias oenotheroides
side-cluster milkweed
Giliastrum incisum
splitleaf gilia
Hypselonotus punctiventris
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Monarda punctata
Spotted Beebalm
Dalea obovata
Stinking Prairie-clover
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Bexar County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Sandy Oaks. 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 Sandy Oakswithin Bexar County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.