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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 75 total documented species.
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Mayapple
Pawpaw
Woodbine

Cave Salamander
Poison Ivy

Ouachita Map Turtle
Haymaids
Snapweed

Zigzag Salamander
Mistflower
Osprey

Allegheny-Spurge
Boxelder
Common Cardinal
Chinese Privet
Great Blue Heron


Beefsteakplant

Fragile Papershell
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Houston County County, Tennessee
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 Houston County County.
The Houston County ecosystem supports 75 documented wildlife species across 73 taxonomic genera. Located in Houston County, Tennessee, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 16 frequently observed species and 14 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Tennessee Ridge, Houston County hosts 733% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 30 Houston County County natural areas, placing it in the 93th percentile for biodiversity.