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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 78 total documented species.
Common Eastern Bumblebee
American Robin
Common Cardinal
Poison Ivy
Mayapple
Northern Mockingbird
Gray Squirrel
Woodbine
White-Throated Sparrow
Chicken Hawk
Carolina Wren
Red-Shouldered Hawk
Tufted Titmouse
Indigo Bunting
Mallard
Tiger Swallowtail
Red-Bellied Woodpecker
Pawpaw
Downy Woodpecker
Mourning Dove
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in DeSoto County County, Mississippi
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 DeSoto County County.
The Southaven ecosystem supports 78 documented wildlife species across 70 taxonomic genera. Located in DeSoto County, Mississippi, 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 DeSoto County, Southaven hosts 4% more species diversity. This location ranks #8 for species diversity among 100 DeSoto County County natural areas, placing it in the 92th percentile for biodiversity.