Fredericksburg
Ecosystem Overview
The Fredericksburg ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 96 taxonomic genera. Located in gillespie 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 #2 for species diversity among 3 gillespie county County natural areas, placing it in the 33th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Battus philenor
Pipevine Swallowtail
Baeolophus atricristatus
Black-crested Titmouse
Sturnus vulgaris
starling
Carduus nutans
nodding thistle
Penstemon guadalupensis
Lupinus texensis
Texas bluebonnet
Cucurbita foetidissima
Missouri gourd
Yucca constricta
Alopochen aegyptiaca
Egyptian Goose
Thryothorus ludovicianus
Carolina Wren
Progne subis
Purple/Southern Martin
Pontia protodice
Checkered White
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Melia azedarach
Chinaberrytree
Poecile carolinensis
Carolina Chickadee
Libytheana carinenta
American Snout
Pogonomyrmex barbatus
Andricus quercusfoliatus
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Gillespie County
Discover 2 other wildlife-rich locations near Fredericksburg. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Fredericksburgwithin Gillespie County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.