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Compared to 8 nearby locations in DeSoto County County, Mississippi
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 DeSoto County County.
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.
American Robin
Common Cardinal
Mayapple
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Poison Ivy
Horseweed
Gray Squirrel
Northern Mockingbird
Carolina Wren
Tufted Titmouse
White-Throated Sparrow
Pawpaw
Red-Shouldered Hawk
Red-Bellied Woodpecker
Tiger Swallowtail
Downy Woodpecker
Chicken Hawk
Brown-Belted Bumblebee
Woodbine
Indigo Bunting
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The Horn Lake ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 73 taxonomic genera. Located in DeSoto County, Mississippi, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 17 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby DeSoto County, Horn Lake hosts 7% more species diversity. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 100 DeSoto County County natural areas, placing it in the 94th percentile for biodiversity.