West Polder
Ecosystem Overview
The West Polder ecosystem supports 24 documented wildlife species across 18 taxonomic genera. Located in bexar county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Bexar County nearby has 76% more documented species, West Polder offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #15 for species diversity among 41 bexar county County natural areas, placing it in the 63th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 24 total documented species.
Recurvirostra americana
American avocet
Oxyura jamaicensis
Ruddy Duck
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Egretta caerulea
Little Blue Heron
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Calidris minutilla
least sandpiper
Himantopus mexicanus
Black-necked Stilt
Anas crecca
teal, common teal
Anolis carolinensis
Green anole
Fulica americana
American Coot
Pluvialis dominica
american golden plover
Egretta tricolor
Tricolor Heron
Limnodromus scolopaceus
Long-billed Dowitcher
Calidris melanotos
pectoral sandpiper
Calidris fuscicollis
white-rumped sandpiper
Actitis macularius
spotted sandpiper
Geothlypis trichas
Common Yellowthroat (Arizela Group)
Spiza americana
Dickcissel
Anas acuta
pintail, northern pintail
Phalaropus tricolor
wilson’s phalarope
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Bexar County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near West Polder. 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 West Polderwithin Bexar County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.