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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 77 total documented species.

Bleufer

Yellow Sandshell
Wood Nettle

Spike

Fragile Papershell
Woodbine
Modesty

Fawnsfoot

Plain Pocketbook

Hairy-Seed Paspalum

Althea
Henbit

Suckermouth Minnow
Canada Goose

Wabash Pigtoe
Threehorn Wartyback
Downy Woodpecker
Horseweed
Red-Eyed Vireo

Wax Balls
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Lyon County County, Kansas
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 Lyon County County.
The Emporia ecosystem supports 77 documented wildlife species across 72 taxonomic genera. Located in Lyon County, Kansas, 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. Compared to nearby Lyon County, Emporia hosts 4% more species diversity. This location ranks #37 for species diversity among 100 Lyon County County natural areas, placing it in the 63th percentile for biodiversity.