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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 73 total documented species.
Mistflower
Pawpaw
Poison Ivy
Clammy Chickweed
Virginia Crownbeard
Mayapple
Wineberry
Summer Bluet

Coolweed
White-Dotted Prominent
Tuliptree

Wild Stonecrop


Wingstem
Hedge Garlic

Arrow-Wood
White Holly

Indian-Pink
White-Tailed Deer
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Russell 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 Russell County County.
The Russell County ecosystem supports 73 documented wildlife species across 68 taxonomic genera. Located in Russell 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 Lake Cumberland State Resort Park nearby has 4% more documented species, Russell County offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 94 Russell County County natural areas, placing it in the 97th percentile for biodiversity.