Parker
Ecosystem Overview
The Parker ecosystem supports 45 documented wildlife species across 44 taxonomic genera. Located in collin county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 10 frequently observed species and 8 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Collin County nearby has 55% more documented species, Parker offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 22 collin county County natural areas, placing it in the 82th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 45 total documented species.
Aphaenogaster texana
Neotridactylus apicialis
Larger Pygmy Mole Grasshopper
Parectopa bumeliella
Melanolestes picipes
Pachypsylla venusta
Menecles insertus
Armadillidium vulgare
common pill woodlouse
Uniomerus tetralasmus
Pondhorn
Rumina decollata
decollate snail
Scincella lateralis
Little Brown Skink
Melanerpes carolinus
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Sayornis phoebe
Eastern Phoebe
Bombycilla cedrorum
cedar waxwing
Poecile carolinensis
Carolina Chickadee
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Sialia sialis
Eastern Bluebird
Spizella pusilla
Field Sparrow
Diabrotica undecimpunctata
Spotted Cucumber Beetle
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Collin County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Parker. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Parkerwithin Collin County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.