Rockwall
Ecosystem Overview
The Rockwall ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 98 taxonomic genera. Located in rockwall 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 6 rockwall county County natural areas, placing it in the 67th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Rumina decollata
decollate snail
Setophaga coronata
Myrtle Warbler
Helicina orbiculata
Juniperus virginiana
Red Cedar Juniper
Maclura pomifera
Osage-orange
Mimus polyglottos
Northern Mockingbird
Quiscalus mexicanus
Great-tailed Grackle
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Sciurus niger
Cat Squirrel
Euphorbia bicolor
Toxicodendron radicans
poison ivy
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Ligustrum sinense
Chinese privet
Cornus drummondii
Drummond's dogwood
Chamaecrista fasciculata
Sleepingplant
Phoradendron leucarpum
eastern mistletoe
Sorghum halepense
great millet, johnson grass
Acris blanchardi
Blanchard's Cricket Frog
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Rockwall County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Rockwall. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Rockwallwithin Rockwall County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.