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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.
White-Tailed Deer
Gray Squirrel
Canada Goose

Fox
Turkey Vulture
American Robin
Mapache
Mottled Pipsissewa

Hedge Garlic
Goosander
Common Cardinal
Silvery Checkerspot
Dogbane

White Ash
Wineberry
Downy Woodpecker
Ghost Pipe
Song Sparrow
Fragile Forktail
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Hampshire County County, West 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 Hampshire County County.
The Short Mountain Wildlife Management Area ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 73 taxonomic genera. Located in Hampshire County, West 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 Hampshire County, Short Mountain Wildlife Management Area hosts 5% more species diversity. This location ranks #10 for species diversity among 100 Hampshire County County natural areas, placing it in the 90th percentile for biodiversity.