Wichita Falls
Ecosystem Overview
The Wichita Falls ecosystem supports 63 documented wildlife species across 59 taxonomic genera. Located in wichita county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 13 frequently observed species and 12 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Sikes Lake, Wichita Falls hosts 0% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 5 wichita county County natural areas, placing it in the 60th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 63 total documented species.
Hordeum murinum
wall barley
Pogonomyrmex barbatus
Campsis radicans
Trumpetvine
Callirhoe involucrata
Purple Poppymallow
Lynx rufus
Lince Americano
Sciurus niger
Cat Squirrel
Quiscalus mexicanus
Great-tailed Grackle
Solanum elaeagnifolium
Silverleaf nightshade
Baccharis neglecta
New Deal-weed
Erodium cicutarium
Common Stork'S-Bill
Bouteloua dactyloides
buffalo grass
Anaea andria
Goatweed Leafwing
Syrbula admirabilis
Handsome Grasshopper
Armadillidium vulgare
common pill woodlouse
Zenaida asiatica
White-winged Dove
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Pantherophis obsoletus
Yellow Rat Snake (Quadrivittata)
Lepus californicus
Black-tailed Jack Rabbit
Lithobates catesbeianus
Common Bullfrog
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Wichita County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Wichita Falls. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Wichita Fallswithin Wichita County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.