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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 52 total documented species.

Pusley
Carolina Wren

Muscadine Grape

Common Cinquefoil
Japanese Spiraea
Bald Eagle
Poke
Blue Swallowtail
Bead Fern

Wax Balls
American Toad
Woodbine
Noyer Noir
Turkey
Fringetree

American Robin

Queen Snake
Japanese Barberry
Muskrat
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Upshur County County, West Virginia
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 Upshur County County.
The Buckhannon ecosystem supports 52 documented wildlife species across 50 taxonomic genera. Located in Upshur County, West Virginia, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 11 frequently observed species and 10 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Upshur County nearby has 32% more documented species, Buckhannon offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #34 for species diversity among 100 Upshur County County natural areas, placing it in the 66th percentile for biodiversity.