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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 73 total documented species.
Woodbine
Haymaids
Hedge Garlic
Poison Ivy
Horseweed
Golden Cassia
Burningbush

Possumhaw

Shenan

Maryland Tick-Trefoil
Hemlock
Amur Honeysuckle

Orangethroat Darter

Coolweed

Pusley
Boxelder

Hackberry Nipplegall Psyllid

Wingstem
Myrtle
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Nicholas 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 Nicholas County County.
The Nicholas County ecosystem supports 73 documented wildlife species across 68 taxonomic genera. Located in Nicholas 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 Carlisle, Nicholas County hosts 217% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 26 Nicholas County County natural areas, placing it in the 92th percentile for biodiversity.