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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 75 total documented species.
Poison Ivy
Mayapple
Ragweed

Slender Mountain-Mint
Japanese Clover
Brown-Belted Bumblebee
Snapweed
Panicled Tick-Clover

Red Mulberry
Purslane
Bald Eagle
Beebalm

Slender Lespedeza

Poke
Woodbine
Annual Poa
Rose-Pink

Browneyed Susan
Blackeyed Susan
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Fayette 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 Fayette County County.
The Fayette County ecosystem supports 75 documented wildlife species across 71 taxonomic genera. Located in Fayette County, Illinois, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 16 frequently observed species and 14 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby St. Peter, Fayette County hosts 7400% more species diversity. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 100 Fayette County County natural areas, placing it in the 99th percentile for biodiversity.