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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 76 total documented species.
Duck Hawk

Delfin Mular
Woodbine
Ring-Billed Gull
Crabeater
Herring Gull
Monarch
Mallard
Gaulin
Common Cardinal
Red-Bellied Woodpecker
Carolina Wren
Osprey
Bald Cypress
Canada Goose
Yellow Passionflower
Mistflower
American Robin
Baccharis
Black Swallowtail
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth County.
The Portsmouth ecosystem supports 76 documented wildlife species across 71 taxonomic genera. Located in Portsmouth, Virginia, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 16 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Craney Island nearby has 5% more documented species, Portsmouth offers unique wildlife observation opportunities.