Hempstead
Ecosystem Overview
The Hempstead ecosystem supports 16 documented wildlife species across 15 taxonomic genera. Located in waller county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Waller County nearby has 84% more documented species, Hempstead offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 4 waller county County natural areas, placing it in the 50th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 16 total documented species.
Oncopeltus fasciatus
Large Milkweed Bug
Bothriochloa bladhii
Caucasian bluestem
Paspalum urvillei
Vasey's grass
Bowlesia incana
Euphorbia prostrata
prostrate sandmat
Portulaca pilosa
Kiss me quick
Asclepias oenotheroides
side-cluster milkweed
Asclepias viridis
green antelope-horn
Symphyotrichum divaricatum
Atta texana
Texas leafcutting ant
Agrius cingulata
Pink-spotted hawkmoth
Junonia coenia
Northern Buckeye
Phyla nodiflora
Turkey tangle fogfruit
Scutellaria racemosa
Gaillardia pulchella
firewheel
Hedypnois rhagadioloides
Cretin Weed
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Waller County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Hempstead. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Hempsteadwithin Waller County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.