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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 29 total documented species.

Yellow Violet
Field Madder

American Persimmon
Chickweed
Chinese Honeysuckle
Loblolly Pine
Chinese Privet
Poison Ivy

Muscadine Grape
Northern Mockingbird
Paper Wasp

Cranefly
Clasping Bellwort
Pillbug


Twolined Spittlebug
Japanese Clover

Winged Elm
Sericea Lespedeza
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The Southaven ecosystem supports 29 documented wildlife species across 29 taxonomic genera. Located in DeSoto County, Mississippi, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 6 frequently observed species and 5 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While DeSoto County nearby has 61% more documented species, Southaven offers unique wildlife observation opportunities.