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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.
Crabeater
Song Sparrow
Mallard
Pond Bird
Cedar Waxwing
American Robin
Pond Bird
Common Cardinal
Mourning Dove
Starling
Chicken Hawk
Turkey Vulture
Osprey
House Finch
Wineberry
Myrtle Warbler
Common Grackle
Eastern Bluebird
Great Blue Heron
White-Throated Sparrow
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Roanoke 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 Roanoke County.
The Roanoke ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 67 taxonomic genera. Located in Roanoke, 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 Roanoke, Roanoke hosts 11% more species diversity.