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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.

Eulalia
Buttonbush
Sacred Bamboo

Oakleaf Hydrangea

French-Mulberry
Mistflower

Chinese Holly
Chinese Tallow
Cancerweed
Spoonwood


Moss Pink
Woodbine
Butterflyweed

Winged Lythrum
Yellow Passionflower

Karritree

Illinois Bundle-Flower
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Etowah County County, Alabama
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 Etowah County County.
The Gadsden ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 77 taxonomic genera. Located in Etowah County, Alabama, 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. This location ranks #65 for species diversity among 100 Etowah County County natural areas, placing it in the 35th percentile for biodiversity.