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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 73 total documented species.
Bumble Bee
Brown-Belted Bumblebee
Scissor-Tailed Flycatcher
Hackberry Emperor
Common Eastern Bumblebee

Thistle Long-Horned Bee
Question Mark
Sand Briar
White Admiral
Double-Banded Scoliid Wasp
Black Swallowtail
Swift River Cruiser

Racer
Chicory
Turkey Vulture
Pearl Crescent
Green Clearwing
Blue-Fronted Dancer
Gold-Marked Thread-Waisted Wasp
Blanchard'S Cricket Frog
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Linn 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 Linn County County.
The Marais Des Cygnes National Wildlife Refuge ecosystem supports 73 documented wildlife species across 68 taxonomic genera. Located in Linn County, Kansas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 15 frequently observed species and 14 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Linn County nearby has 3% more documented species, Marais Des Cygnes National Wildlife Refuge offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 100 Linn County County natural areas, placing it in the 95th percentile for biodiversity.