Download a professional PDF field guide featuring all the species found in Jackson. Perfect for outdoor adventures, education, and nature exploration.
Download a professional PDF field guide featuring all the species found in Jackson. Perfect for outdoor adventures, education, and nature exploration.
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Mississippi
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 Mississippi.
The Jackson ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 84 taxonomic genera. Located in Mississippi, this area provides critical habitat for regional wildlife. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. This location ranks #31 for species diversity among 169 Mississippi natural areas, placing it in the 82th percentile for biodiversity.
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Northern Cardinal
cress-leaf groundsel
Boykin's Clusterpea
yellow-flower leaf-cup
Graceful sandmat
Northern Mockingbird
prickleweed
red horsechestnut
Cecropia Silkmoth
Carolina Chickadee
American Swallowtail
Milkweed Assassin Bug
Long-tailed Skipper
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
fowler's toad
American Bumblebee
Common Eastern Velvet Ant
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