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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 79 total documented species.
Western Ironweed
Horseweed

Soft Maple

Erect Potentil
Mayapple
Caspian Tern
Antelope-Horns
Pawpaw

Seaside Locust
Redbud

Pusley
Kildeer

Two-Spotted Bumblebee

Prairie Rose

Ninebark
Butterflyweed

Red Mulberry
Clasping Bellwort

Moneywort

Grass Pink
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Miami 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 Miami County County.
The Paola ecosystem supports 79 documented wildlife species across 71 taxonomic genera. Located in Miami 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 Miami County, Paola hosts 7% more species diversity. This location ranks #13 for species diversity among 100 Miami County County natural areas, placing it in the 87th percentile for biodiversity.