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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.

Asian Lady Beetle
Decim Periodical Cicada
Wineberry
Mayapple
Hedge Garlic
Common Eastern Bumblebee

Great Blue Heron
Purslane
Tiger Swallowtail
Common Cardinal
Zabulon Skipper
Polecatweed
Woodbine
Canada Goose
Pilewort
Tuliptree
Coppery Leafhopper

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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Fairfax 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 Fairfax County.
The Fairfax ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 78 taxonomic genera. Located in Fairfax, Virginia, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 17 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife.