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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Petersburg 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 Petersburg County.
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.
Monarch
Paper Mulberry
Black Swallowtail
Mistflower

Cardinalflower
Baccharis

Spider Brake
American Sneezeweed
Osage-Orange
Fennel
Tuliptree
Golden Cassia
Rum Cherry
Moonseed

Rough Sunfower
Lizard'S Tail
Brazilian Vervain

Hop

Mallow-Rose
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The Petersburg ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 77 taxonomic genera. Located in Petersburg, 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 Petersburg, Petersburg hosts 4% more species diversity.