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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.

Atlantic Coast Slimy Salamander

Florida Pine

Muscadine Grape
Common Whitetail

Water Oak
Sweet Gum

Southern Toad
White Holly

Golden Shiner
Rusty Blackbird

Mud Minnow

Staggerbush

Warmouth
Asian Lady Beetle
American Royal Fern

Sourwood
Loblolly Pine
American Feverfew
Fringetree

Hairy Lespedeza
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Sussex County County, Virginia
These comparisons are based on documented wildlife observations from citizen science data. Locations with higher species counts may have more observation activity, different habitat types, or larger coverage areas. Regional rankings help identify biodiversity hotspots and unique natural areas within Sussex County County.
The Big Woods State Forest ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 71 taxonomic genera. Located in Sussex County, Virginia, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 17 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Sussex County, Big Woods State Forest hosts 5% more species diversity. This location ranks #63 for species diversity among 100 Sussex County County natural areas, placing it in the 37th percentile for biodiversity.