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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.
Mallard
Gray Squirrel
House Sparrow
Asian Lady Beetle
Starling
American Robin
Honeybee
Common Grackle
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Canada Goose
Ring-Billed Gull
Great Blue Heron
Brown-Belted Bumblebee
Northern Mockingbird
Mourning Dove
Shoveler
Chicken Hawk
Carpenter Bee

Dutch Clover
Common Cardinal
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in District of Columbia
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 District of Columbia.
The Washington ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 75 taxonomic genera. Located in District of Columbia, this area provides critical habitat for regional wildlife. 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 District of Columbia, Washington hosts 57% more species diversity.