Highland Village
Ecosystem Overview
The Highland Village ecosystem supports 68 documented wildlife species across 65 taxonomic genera. Located in denton county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 14 frequently observed species and 13 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Denton County nearby has 32% more documented species, Highland Village offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 29 denton county County natural areas, placing it in the 79th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 68 total documented species.
Syrbula admirabilis
Handsome Grasshopper
Diodia virginiana
Colias eurytheme
Orange Sulphur
Diospyros virginiana
persimmon
Phyla nodiflora
Turkey tangle fogfruit
Schistocerca americana
American Bird Locust
Poecilanthrax lucifer
Cimbex americana
Sympetrum corruptum
Variegated Meadowhawk
Nycticeius humeralis
Evening Bat
Vespula maculifrons
Eastern Yellowjacket
Mermiria bivittata
Two-Striped Mermiria Grasshopper
Arilus cristatus
Thyridopteryx ephemeraeformis
Nathalis iole
Dainty Sulphur
Asterocampa clyton
Tawny Emperor
Polistes apachus
Incilius nebulifer
Coastal Plain Toad
Polistes exclamans
Trichiotinus texanus
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Denton County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Highland Village. 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 Highland Villagewithin Denton County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.