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

Bay Gallbush

Yellow-Washed Metarranthis

Wax Myrtle

Swampbay


Water Nymph

Broom Bluestem

Dotted Gray
Boat-Tailed Grackle
French-Mulberry
Bald Eagle

Tungoil Tree
Dunlin
Greater Yellowlegs
White Ibis
Pelican
Needham'S Skimmer
Willet
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Jackson County County, 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 Jackson County County.
The Shepard State Park ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 67 taxonomic genera. Located in Jackson County, Mississippi, 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. This location ranks #65 for species diversity among 100 Jackson County County natural areas, placing it in the 35th percentile for biodiversity.