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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 79 total documented species.
Squawvine
Spoonwood
Mottled Pipsissewa

Big-Leaf Magnolia

Eastern Newt

Althea
Sassafras

Downy Rattlesnake Plantain
Tuliptree
White Holly
Rosebay

Windsor Fern

Bethroot

Indian Cucumber
White-Tailed Deer

Cardinalflower
Dark Fishing Spider
Amur Honeysuckle

Oleaster
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Breathitt 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 Breathitt County County.
The Breathitt County ecosystem supports 79 documented wildlife species across 76 taxonomic genera. Located in Breathitt County, Kentucky, 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 Jackson, Breathitt County hosts 2533% more species diversity. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 71 Breathitt County County natural areas, placing it in the 99th percentile for biodiversity.