Cottonwood Shores
Ecosystem Overview
The Cottonwood Shores ecosystem supports 10 documented wildlife species across 10 taxonomic genera. Located in burnet county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Burnet County nearby has 90% more documented species, Cottonwood Shores offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 5 burnet county County natural areas, placing it in the 40th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 10 total documented species.
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Cophosaurus texanus
Chihuahuan Greater Earless Lizard
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Juniperus ashei
Mexican-cedar
Tyrannus forficatus
Scissor-tailed Flycatcher
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Mimus polyglottos
Northern Mockingbird
Melia azedarach
Chinaberrytree
Belonocnema kinseyi
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Burnet County
Discover 6 other wildlife-rich locations near Cottonwood Shores. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Cottonwood Shoreswithin Burnet County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.