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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 72 total documented species.
Wineberry
Song Sparrow
Mallard
Pond Bird
Mourning Dove
Pond Bird
American Robin
Common Cardinal
Common Grackle
Eastern Bluebird
Starling
Cedar Waxwing
Chimney Swift
House Finch
Red-Shouldered Hawk
Crabeater
Hedge Garlic
White-Tailed Deer
Haymaids

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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Roanoke County, Virginia
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 Roanoke County.
The Roanoke ecosystem supports 72 documented wildlife species across 65 taxonomic genera. Located in Roanoke, Virginia, 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 Roanoke nearby has 10% more documented species, Roanoke offers unique wildlife observation opportunities.