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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 58 total documented species.
Sand Briar
Ragweed
St. Andrew'S Cross
Chinese Tallow
Mistflower
Hairy Clustervine

Slender Wild Basil
Acadian Flycatcher
Black Sumac

Four-Points Evening-Primrose


Texas Coralsnake

Stinky Squid
Poke
Sacred Bamboo

Burnweed
American Beech
Spanish Moss
Spring Cress
Carolina Laurel Cherry
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Natchitoches Parish County, Louisiana
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 Natchitoches Parish County.
The Ashland ecosystem supports 58 documented wildlife species across 56 taxonomic genera. Located in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 12 frequently observed species and 11 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Natchitoches Parish nearby has 24% more documented species, Ashland offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #10 for species diversity among 100 Natchitoches Parish County natural areas, placing it in the 90th percentile for biodiversity.