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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 48 total documented species.

Buckthorn

Obedience
Bobolink
Canary
Black Blister Beetle
Red Saddlebag
Teal
Red-Winged Blackbird

Tawny-Edged Skipper

Wild Tea
Sweetclover
Eastern Kingbird
Crowtoes

Northern Leopard Frog

Soldier Beetle
Spotted Cucumber Beetle

Betony

Canada Anemone

Parenthesis Lady Beetle

Dwarf Indigo
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Swift 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 Swift County County.
The Appleton ecosystem supports 48 documented wildlife species across 46 taxonomic genera. Located in Swift County, Minnesota, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 10 frequently observed species and 9 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Swift County nearby has 38% more documented species, Appleton offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #66 for species diversity among 100 Swift County County natural areas, placing it in the 34th percentile for biodiversity.