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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.
Hedge Garlic
Maypop
Japanese Barberry
Mistflower
Carpenter Bee
Myrtle
Blowball
Brown-Belted Bumblebee
Haymaids
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Red Henbit
Purslane

Ninebark
Chicken Hawk
House Sparrow

Orpin Sarmenteux
House Finch
Fall Boneset
Groundhog
Bluebells
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Athens County County, Ohio
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 Athens County County.
The Athens ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 77 taxonomic genera. Located in Athens County, Ohio, 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 Athens County, Athens hosts 3% more species diversity.