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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.
Shoveler
French-Mulberry

Twisted-Leaf Goldenrod


Tuza De Baird

Yellow Oak
Lesser Scaup
Ragweed

Poison Oak
Hairy Clover


Rigid Goldenrod

Sand Milkweed


Swamp Sunflower

Southern Dewberry
Lynx Spiders

Gaping Panic Grass

Fimbry

Japanese Bitter-Orange
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Franklin County County, Arkansas
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 Franklin County County.
The Charleston ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 72 taxonomic genera. Located in Franklin County, Arkansas, 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 Franklin County, Charleston hosts 10% more species diversity. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 100 Franklin County County natural areas, placing it in the 99th percentile for biodiversity.