Whitesboro
Ecosystem Overview
The Whitesboro ecosystem supports 70 documented wildlife species across 63 taxonomic genera. Located in grayson county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 15 frequently observed species and 13 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Sherman, Whitesboro hosts 1% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 8 grayson county County natural areas, placing it in the 75th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 70 total documented species.
Capsella bursa-pastoris
Shepherd's purse
Lamium amplexicaule
henbit dead-nettle
Bowlesia incana
Junco hyemalis
dark-eyed junco
Maclura pomifera
Osage-orange
Veronica persica
common field-speedwell
Senecio vulgaris
groundsel
Sturnus vulgaris
starling
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Udea rubigalis
Celery Leaftier Moth
Nomophila nearctica
American Rush Veneer
Chortophaga viridifasciata
Greenstriped Grasshopper
Coragyps atratus
Black Vulture
Libytheana carinenta
American Snout
Tropidosteptes cardinalis
Zelus renardii
Strymon melinus
Cotton Square Borer
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Toxomerus marginatus
Syrphid Fly
Diabrotica undecimpunctata
Spotted Cucumber Beetle
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Grayson County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Whitesboro. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Whitesborowithin Grayson County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.