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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Maries 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 Maries County County.
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.
Bumble Bee
Dentate Spurge

Sneezeweed
Common Eastern Bumblebee

Purple Dalea

Big Tick Trefoil
Umbrella Wort
Treacle-Berry


Wild Tea


Thicket Bean
Butterflyweed

Beakgrass

Stout Woodreed

Many-Ray Aster
Prickly Fanpetals
Eyebane

Pale Plantain

Downy Lettuce
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The Davis Ford ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 62 taxonomic genera. Located in Maries County, Missouri, 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 Maries County, Davis Ford hosts 5% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 63 Maries County County natural areas, placing it in the 97th percentile for biodiversity.