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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 51 total documented species.

Tall Vervain
American White Pelican
Teal
Western Kingbird
Ringnek

Wild Tea

Northern Leopard Frog
Brown-Belted Bumblebee

Soapwort
Pond Bird
Egret
Willet
Snipe
Kildeer
Pond Bird
Black Tern
Great Egret
Northern Rough-Winged Swallow
American Avocet
Eastern Tent Caterpillar
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Lyon County County, Minnesota
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 Lyon County County.
The Russell ecosystem supports 51 documented wildlife species across 48 taxonomic genera. Located in Lyon County, Minnesota, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 11 frequently observed species and 10 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Lyon County nearby has 34% more documented species, Russell offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #26 for species diversity among 100 Lyon County County natural areas, placing it in the 74th percentile for biodiversity.