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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 77 total documented species.
Green Clearwing
Summer Tanager
Clasping Bellwort
Blue Dasher
Poison Ivy
Redcedar
Gray Squirrel
Blue Swallowtail
Heal-All
Farkleberry
Silkweed
Wood Thrush
Fence Lizard
Woodbine
Asian Lady Beetle
Fowler'S Toad
Turkey Vulture
Wild Yam
Tiger Swallowtail

Toothcup
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Gallatin County County, Illinois
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 Gallatin County County.
The Gallatin County ecosystem supports 77 documented wildlife species across 72 taxonomic genera. Located in Gallatin County, Illinois, 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 Old Shawneetown, Gallatin County hosts 7600% more species diversity. This location ranks #41 for species diversity among 100 Gallatin County County natural areas, placing it in the 59th percentile for biodiversity.