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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 77 total documented species.
Tan Jumping Spider
Bold Jumper
Brown-Belted Bumblebee
Asian Lady Beetle
Yellow Woollybear

Chinese Mantis
Virginia Opossum
Common Cardinal
Striped Skunk
Black-Ended Bear
Red Bee

Drumming Sword Wolf Spider

Wetland Giant Wolf Spider

Bacon Beetle

Parson Spider
Bumble Bee
Drain Fly

Common Gray
Green Stink Bug
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Shelby County County, Iowa
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 Shelby County County.
The Shelby County ecosystem supports 77 documented wildlife species across 70 taxonomic genera. Located in Shelby County, Iowa, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 16 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Defiance, Shelby County hosts 0% more species diversity. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 57 Shelby County County natural areas, placing it in the 93th percentile for biodiversity.