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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Cape Girardeau County County, Missouri
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 Cape Girardeau County County.
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 76 total documented species.
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Brown-Belted Bumblebee

Two-Spotted Bumblebee
Mayapple
Woodbine
Pawpaw

Beefsteakplant
Boxelder
Cottonmouth

Buttonweed

Moneywort

Orpin Sarmenteux
Amur Honeysuckle
Henbit
Ragweed

Redroot
Mistflower

Althea

Wingstem
Golden Cassia
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The Jackson ecosystem supports 76 documented wildlife species across 71 taxonomic genera. Located in Cape Girardeau County, Missouri, 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 Cape Girardeau County, Jackson hosts 3% more species diversity. This location ranks #15 for species diversity among 100 Cape Girardeau County County natural areas, placing it in the 85th percentile for biodiversity.