Bellmead
Ecosystem Overview
The Bellmead ecosystem supports 50 documented wildlife species across 49 taxonomic genera. Located in mclennan county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 11 frequently observed species and 9 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Waco nearby has 50% more documented species, Bellmead offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 15 mclennan county County natural areas, placing it in the 80th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 50 total documented species.
Helenium amarum
bitterweed
Chortophaga viridifasciata
Greenstriped Grasshopper
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Armadillidium vulgare
common pill woodlouse
Rumina decollata
decollate snail
Otala lactea
milk snail
Linisa texasiana
Milax gagates
Greenhouse slug
Acris blanchardi
Blanchard's Cricket Frog
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Coragyps atratus
Black Vulture
Anthus rubescens
Buff-bellied Pipit
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Pachypsylla venusta
Zenaida asiatica
White-winged Dove
Chordeiles minor
common nighthawk
Arundo donax
Giant reed
Poa annua
annual meadow-grass
Bruggmanniella bumeliae
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Bellmeadwithin McLennan County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.