Gilmer
Ecosystem Overview
The Gilmer ecosystem supports 21 documented wildlife species across 19 taxonomic genera. Located in upshur county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Renshaw Lake, Gilmer hosts 0% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 3 upshur 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 21 total documented species.
Ischnura posita
Fragile Forktail
Libellula incesta
Slaty Skimmer
Libellula croceipennis
Neon Skimmer
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
Phyciodes tharos
Pearl Crescent
Phoebis sennae
Cloudless Sulphur
Strymon melinus
Cotton Square Borer
Lobocleta ossularia
Drab Brown Wave Moth
Zelus cervicalis
Oxalis articulata
Pink Oxalis
Oxalis dillenii
Dillenius' Wood-Sorrel
Lantana camara
Lantana
Clematis terniflora
Sweet autumn virginsbower
Plathemis lydia
Common Whitetail
Ammophila procera
Common Thread-Waisted Wasp
Argia fumipennis
Variable Dancer
Phyllanthus urinaria
Eupatorium serotinum
late boneset
Hylephila phyleus
Fiery Skipper
Sambucus canadensis
Canada elderberry
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Gilmerwithin Upshur County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.