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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Carroll County County, Maryland
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 Carroll County County.
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 78 total documented species.
North American Wheel Bug
Japanese Beetle
Elegant Grass-Veneer
Eastern Forktail
Asian Lady Beetle
Common Green June Beetle
Dobsonfly

Jumping Spiders
Pale Green Assassin Bug

Spotted Lanternfly
Coppery Leafhopper
Cicada Killer

Common Gray

Gray-Edged Snout

Delicate Cycnia Moth
Fragile Forktail
Double-Banded Grass-Veneer

Weevil
Leafhopper
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The Taneytown ecosystem supports 78 documented wildlife species across 76 taxonomic genera. Located in Carroll County, Maryland, 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 Carroll County, Taneytown hosts 5% more species diversity.