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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 77 total documented species.
Brown-Belted Bumblebee

Roughleg
Eastern Tent Caterpillar

Wild Tea

Richardson'S Alumroot
Veery
American Robin

Dames Rocket
Common Eastern Bumblebee

Two-Spotted Bumblebee
Western Kingbird
Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Northern Leopard Frog
House Finch
Teal

Buckthorn

Squawroot
Mallard
Harris' Sparrow
Bellwort
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Lyon County County, Minnesota
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 Lyon County County.
The Lyon County ecosystem supports 77 documented wildlife species across 70 taxonomic genera. Located in Lyon County, Minnesota, 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 Cottonwood, Lyon County hosts 1440% more species diversity. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 100 Lyon County County natural areas, placing it in the 99th percentile for biodiversity.