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The Raleigh ecosystem supports 59 documented wildlife species across 55 taxonomic genera. Located in Wake County, North Carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 12 frequently observed species and 11 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Wake County nearby has 17% more documented species, Raleigh offers unique wildlife observation opportunities.
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 59 total documented species.
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Pilewort
Gray Squirrel
Mapache
Woodbine

Muscadine Grape
Monarch
Virginia Opossum
Sacred Bamboo
White-Tailed Deer
American Beech
Green Anole
Honeybee
Holly Fern
Sweet Gum
Great Blue Heron
Tuliptree
Carpenter Bee
French-Mulberry
Brown-Belted Bumblebee
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