Waterford Crossing
Ecosystem Overview
The Waterford Crossing ecosystem supports 36 documented wildlife species across 35 taxonomic genera. Located in collin county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 7 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Collin County nearby has 64% more documented species, Waterford Crossing offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 22 collin county County natural areas, placing it in the 73th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 36 total documented species.
Pieris rapae
small white
Salvia farinacea
blue sage
Ulmus americana
American elm
Sphenophorus coesifrons
Bombus pensylvanicus
American Bumblebee
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Libellula croceipennis
Neon Skimmer
Trimerotropis pallidipennis
Pallid-winged Grasshopper
Armadillidium vulgare
common pill woodlouse
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Paspalum dilatatum
Dallisgrass
Quercus shumardii
Schneck's oak
Oxalis dillenii
Dillenius' Wood-Sorrel
Diodia virginiana
Lamium amplexicaule
henbit dead-nettle
Gleditsia triacanthos
Honey Locust
Euphorbia prostrata
prostrate sandmat
Achillea millefolium
yarrow, milfoil
Malvaviscus arboreus
Wax mallow
Veronica polita
grey speedwell
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Collin County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Waterford Crossing. 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 Waterford Crossingwithin Collin County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.