Warrenton
Ecosystem Overview
The Warrenton ecosystem supports 38 documented wildlife species across 37 taxonomic genera. Located in fauquier county, virginia, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 7 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Fauquier County nearby has 62% more documented species, Warrenton offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 4 fauquier 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 38 total documented species.
Lamium amplexicaule
henbit dead-nettle
Arthraxon hispidus
Small carpgrass
Dipsacus fullonum
teasel
Cerastipsocus venosus
Megacyllene robiniae
Locust Borer
Polistes fuscatus
Dark Paper Wasp
Polistes metricus
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Syritta pipiens
Hover fly
Xenox tigrinus
Tiger Bee Fly
Artace cribrarius
Hypercompe scribonia
Giant Leopard Moth
Citheronia regalis
Regal Moth
Calycopis cecrops
Red-Banded Hairstreak
Ancyloxypha numitor
Least Skipper
Anaxyrus americanus
American Toad
Onoclea sensibilis
Polypod Brake
Phlox paniculata
Summer Phlox
Rubus phoenicolasius
wineberry
Elaeagnus umbellata
Autumn olive
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Fauquier County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Warrentonwithin Fauquier County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.