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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 79 total documented species.
Great Blue Heron
Bald Eagle
Pawpaw
Red-Winged Blackbird
Wineberry
Canada Goose
Osprey
Mallard
American Beech
Song Sparrow
Hooded Merganser
Snapping Turtle
Woodbine
Bullfrog
Common Cardinal
Eastern Bluebird

Beefsteakplant
Japanese Barberry
Sassafras

Balm
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Charles 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 Charles County County.
The La Plata ecosystem supports 79 documented wildlife species across 74 taxonomic genera. Located in Charles 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. While Charles County nearby has 1% more documented species, La Plata offers unique wildlife observation opportunities.