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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 73 total documented species.
Western Meadowlark
Brown-Belted Bumblebee
Grasshopper Sparrow
Clay-Colored Sparrow
American Goldfinch

Two-Spotted Bumblebee
Mourning Dove

Hunt Bumble Bee
Brown-Headed Cowbird
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Pheasant
Spotted Towhee
Eastern Kingbird
Upland Plover
American Robin
Field Sparrow
Chipping Sparrow
Song Sparrow
Yellow-Breasted Chat
Red-Winged Blackbird
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Burleigh County County, North Dakota
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 Burleigh County County.
The Bismarck ecosystem supports 73 documented wildlife species across 60 taxonomic genera. Located in Burleigh County, North Dakota, 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. While Burleigh County nearby has 3% more documented species, Bismarck offers unique wildlife observation opportunities.