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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.
Common Cardinal
Eastern Cottontail
Cat Squirrel
Canada Goose
House Sparrow

Slender Mountain-Mint
Beebalm
Wild Geranium
Chipping Sparrow
Eastern Bluebird
Myrtle Warbler
American Robin
Dipper
Red-Winged Blackbird
White-Throated Sparrow
American Redstart
Catbird

Gooseneck Loosestrife

Dusty Clover
White-Breasted Nuthatch
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Poweshiek 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 Poweshiek County County.
The Poweshiek County ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 73 taxonomic genera. Located in Poweshiek County, Iowa, 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 Deep River, Poweshiek County hosts 0% more species diversity. This location ranks #34 for species diversity among 100 Poweshiek County County natural areas, placing it in the 66th percentile for biodiversity.