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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 78 total documented species.
Asian Lady Beetle
Fowler'S Toad
Gannet

Eastern Redbelly Turtle
Great Blue Heron
Fragile Forktail
Green Clearwing
Osprey
Bullfrog
White-Tailed Deer
Blue Dasher
Seven-Spot Ladybird
Black Swallowtail
Monarch
Common Whitetail
Southern Leopard Frog
Ebony Jewelwing
Green Cloverworm
North American Wheel Bug
White-Throated Sparrow
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Sussex County County, Delaware
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 Sussex County ecosystem supports 78 documented wildlife species across 71 taxonomic genera. Located in Sussex County, Delaware, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 16 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Seaford nearby has 2% more documented species, Sussex County offers unique wildlife observation opportunities.