Thomas
Ecosystem Overview
The Thomas ecosystem supports 33 documented wildlife species across 31 taxonomic genera. Located in tucker county, west virginia, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 7 frequently observed species and 6 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Tucker County nearby has 67% more documented species, Thomas offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 5 tucker 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 33 total documented species.
Macaria pustularia
Lesser Maple Spanworm Moth
Metzneria lappella
Burdock seedhead moth
Pseudacris crucifer
Spring Peeper
Haploa confusa
Cichorium intybus
chicory
Eichlinia cucurbitae
Labidomera clivicollis
Swamp Milkweed Leaf Beetle
Diabrotica undecimpunctata
Spotted Cucumber Beetle
Otiorhynchus sulcatus
black vine weevil
Megachile sculpturalis
Sculptured Resin Bee
Bombus griseocollis
Brown-belted Bumblebee
Bombus terricola
Yellow-banded Bumble Bee
Trichopoda pennipes
Swift Feather-Legged Fly
Cydia pomonella
Codling Moth
Palthis asopialis
Faint-Spotted Palthis Moth
Lacinipolia renigera
Kidney-Spotted Minor
Lophocampa caryae
Hickory Tussock Moth
Nomophila nearctica
American Rush Veneer
Udea rubigalis
Celery Leaftier Moth
Papilio polyxenes
American Swallowtail
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Tucker County
Discover 5 other wildlife-rich locations near Thomas. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Thomaswithin Tucker County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.