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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 74 total documented species.
Poison Ivy
Horseweed
Osage-Orange
Beebalm

Blue Lobelia
Virginia Crownbeard
Haymaids
Dwarf Larkspur

Leafcup

Hackberry Nipplegall Psyllid
Mayapple
Hedge Garlic
Woodbine
Monarch
Ragweed
American Robin
Common Garter Snake
Blue Phlox
Common Eastern Bumblebee
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Mercer 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 Mercer County County.
The Mercer County ecosystem supports 74 documented wildlife species across 66 taxonomic genera. Located in Mercer 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. While Harrodsburg nearby has 3% more documented species, Mercer County offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #64 for species diversity among 100 Mercer County County natural areas, placing it in the 36th percentile for biodiversity.