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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 79 total documented species.
Sassafras
Speckled Sharpshooter
Lynx Spiders

Asian Lady Beetle

Oblique Stripetail
Pawpaw

Redbreast
American Beech
Dogbane
Mistflower
Redcedar
Ragweed

Squash
Bursting-Heart
Snapping Turtle


Cosmos
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Nottoway County 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 Nottoway County County.
The Blackstone ecosystem supports 79 documented wildlife species across 78 taxonomic genera. Located in Nottoway County, 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. Compared to nearby Nottoway County, Blackstone hosts 3% more species diversity. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 100 Nottoway County County natural areas, placing it in the 99th percentile for biodiversity.