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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 73 total documented species.
Poison Ivy
Woodbine
Amur Honeysuckle
Haymaids
Mayapple
Autillo Yanqui
Snapweed
Osage-Orange
Hedge Garlic
Burningbush
Horseweed
Mistflower
Butterflyweed
Boxelder

Blue Lobelia
Ragweed
Golden Cassia
Purslane
Redbud
American Robin
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Shelby County County, Kentucky
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 Shelby County County.
The Shelby County ecosystem supports 73 documented wildlife species across 68 taxonomic genera. Located in Shelby County, Kentucky, 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 Simpsonville, Shelby County hosts 329% more species diversity. This location ranks #11 for species diversity among 100 Shelby County County natural areas, placing it in the 89th percentile for biodiversity.