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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 74 total documented species.
Myrtle Warbler
American Crow
Tufted Titmouse
White-Throated Sparrow
Eastern Bluebird

Redbreast
Carolina Wren
House Finch
Common Cardinal
Downy Woodpecker
Brown Thrasher
Carolina Chickadee
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Northern Oriole
Red-Bellied Woodpecker
Northern Mockingbird
Tiger Swallowtail
Asian Lady Beetle
Mourning Dove
Gray Squirrel
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Orange County County, North Carolina
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 Orange County County.
The Hillsborough ecosystem supports 74 documented wildlife species across 69 taxonomic genera. Located in Orange County, North Carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 15 frequently observed species and 14 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Orange County, Hillsborough hosts 1% more species diversity.