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

Red Hickory
Amur Honeysuckle
American Beech
Pawpaw
Bluets
Woodbine

Balsam

Mallow-Rose
Gray Field Speedwell

Southern Two-Lined Salamander

White Ash
Sycamore
Liferoot
Cancerweed
Holly Fern
Wild Geranium
Frostroot

American Persimmon

Devil'S Weed
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Rowan County County, Kentucky
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 Rowan County County.
The Morehead ecosystem supports 77 documented wildlife species across 70 taxonomic genera. Located in Rowan County, Kentucky, 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 Rowan County, Morehead hosts 4% more species diversity. This location ranks #58 for species diversity among 100 Rowan County County natural areas, placing it in the 42th percentile for biodiversity.