Winchester
Ecosystem Overview
The Winchester ecosystem supports 22 documented wildlife species across 22 taxonomic genera. Located in frederick county, virginia, 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 Stephens City, Winchester hosts 2100% more species diversity. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 4 frederick county County natural areas, placing it in the 25th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 22 total documented species.
Ailanthus altissima
Tree of heaven
Lycorma delicatula
Spot Clothing Wax Cicada
Plantago lanceolata
ribwort plantain
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Marmota monax
Waldmurmeltier
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Ornithogalum umbellatum
Nap-At-Noon
Lemna minor
common duckweed
Lamium amplexicaule
henbit dead-nettle
Medicago lupulina
Black medick
Parthenocissus quinquefolia
Virginia-creeper
Toxicodendron radicans
poison ivy
Macrodiplosis q-orucum
Hentzia palmarum
Common Hentz Jumping Spider
Robinia pseudoacacia
Black locust
Lathyrus latifolius
Perennial pea
Myriophyllum aquaticum
Parrotfeather
Hedera helix
ivy
Promalactis suzukiella
Ptecticus trivittatus
Compost Fly
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Frederick County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Winchester. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Winchesterwithin Frederick County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.