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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.
Paper Mulberry
Sand Briar
Myrtle
Haymaids
Bow
Mistflower
Woodbine
Wood Duck
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Mallard
Dogbane
Blackcap
Frostroot
Cypress Spurge
Pawpaw

Jewelweed
Hooded Merganser
Wineberry


Althea
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Salem County, 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 Salem County.
The Salem ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 72 taxonomic genera. Located in Salem, Virginia, 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 Salem, Salem hosts 4% more species diversity.