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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Atchison County County, Kansas
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 Atchison County County.
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.

Althea
Wrinkled Grasshopper
Eastern Amberwing
Twelve-Spotted Skimmer

Cucumber
Heath Aster
Green Clearwing
Burningbush
Common Whitetail
Fraternal Potter Wasp
Question Mark

Pusley

Greenstem Forsythia
Yellow-Billed Cuckoo

Swamp Loosestrife
Horseweed
Poke
Blue-Fronted Dancer
Carolina Locust
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The Benton Township ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 78 taxonomic genera. Located in Atchison County, Kansas, 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 Atchison County, Benton Township hosts 1% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 100 Atchison County County natural areas, placing it in the 98th percentile for biodiversity.