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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 74 total documented species.
Woodbine

Karritree
Barred Owl
Goldenseal

Blue Lobelia

Eastern Newt
Bursting-Heart

Bethroot

Oleaster
Poke
Pawpaw

Dutch Clover

Gooseneck Loosestrife

Plantain

Aniseroot
Wild Geranium
Jumpseed

Maidenfern

Goldenrain Tree

Balsam
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Leslie 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 Leslie County County.
The Leslie County ecosystem supports 74 documented wildlife species across 72 taxonomic genera. Located in Leslie 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 Hyden, Leslie County hosts 2367% more species diversity. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 100 Leslie County County natural areas, placing it in the 99th percentile for biodiversity.