Cross Roads
Ecosystem Overview
The Cross Roads ecosystem supports 39 documented wildlife species across 35 taxonomic genera. Located in denton 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 Denton County nearby has 61% more documented species, Cross Roads offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #8 for species diversity among 29 denton county County natural areas, placing it in the 72th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 39 total documented species.
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Phoradendron leucarpum
eastern mistletoe
Senecio vulgaris
groundsel
Sherardia arvensis
field madder
Setophaga coronata
Myrtle Warbler
Quercus stellata
post oak
Junco hyemalis
dark-eyed junco
Diabrotica undecimpunctata
Spotted Cucumber Beetle
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Eristalis stipator
Libytheana carinenta
American Snout
Mezira emarginata
Zonitoides arboreus
Quick gloss
Sphyrapicus varius
yellow-bellied sapsucker
Sturnella magna
eastern meadowlark
Poecile carolinensis
Carolina Chickadee
Thryomanes bewickii
Bewick'S Wren (Spilurus Group)
Poa annua
annual meadow-grass
Quercus marilandica
blackjack oak
Lamium amplexicaule
henbit dead-nettle
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Denton County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Cross Roads. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Cross Roadswithin Denton County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.