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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 31 total documented species.
Hackberry Emperor
Seven-Spot Ladybird

Forget-Me-Not

Wood Sage

Spring Blue-Eyed Mary

Moth Mullein

Grass Pink

Waxwork
Four-Toothed Mason Wasp

Lynx Spider

Syrphid Fly

Broad-Leaved Panicgrass
King-Devil

Say'S Firefly
Frostroot

Yellow-Faced Bee
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Bracken County County, Kentucky
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 Bracken County County.
The Petra ecosystem supports 31 documented wildlife species across 31 taxonomic genera. Located in Bracken County, Kentucky, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 7 frequently observed species and 6 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Bracken County nearby has 60% more documented species, Petra offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #15 for species diversity among 71 Bracken County County natural areas, placing it in the 79th percentile for biodiversity.