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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 36 total documented species.
Horseweed
Woodbine
Haymaids

Downy Rattlesnake Plantain
Spoonwood
Redbud

Feverfew
Thimbleberry
Dobsonfly
Japanese Spiraea
Snow Trillium
Annual Poa
Question Mark

Squawroot
Jack O Lantern
Shadow Darner
Bullfrog
Brown-Belted Bumblebee
Japanese Barberry
Virgin'S Bower
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in McDowell County County, West 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 McDowell County County.
The Welch ecosystem supports 36 documented wildlife species across 36 taxonomic genera. Located in McDowell County, West Virginia, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 7 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While McDowell County nearby has 53% more documented species, Welch offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 100 McDowell County County natural areas, placing it in the 97th percentile for biodiversity.