Desoto
Ecosystem Overview
The Desoto ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 97 taxonomic genera. Located in dallas county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 41 dallas county County natural areas, placing it in the 88th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Helicina orbiculata
Ligustrum quihoui
Waxyleaf privet
Argia sedula
Blue-ringed Dancer
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Rumina decollata
decollate snail
Harmonia axyridis
Harlequin ladybird
Symphoricarpos orbiculatus
Round Snowberry
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Sayornis phoebe
Eastern Phoebe
Juniperus virginiana
Red Cedar Juniper
Quercus macrocarpa
Bur Oak
Sialia sialis
Eastern Bluebird
Pelegrina galathea
Peppered Jumping Spider
Lamium amplexicaule
henbit dead-nettle
Toxicodendron radicans
poison ivy
Veronica persica
common field-speedwell
Calyptocarpus vialis
straggler daisy
Cornus drummondii
Drummond's dogwood
Torilis arvensis
Spreading hedgeparsley
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Dallas County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Desoto. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (4 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Desotowithin Dallas County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.