Download a professional PDF field guide featuring all the species found in Wise County. Perfect for outdoor adventures, education, and nature exploration.
Download a professional PDF field guide featuring all the species found in Wise County. Perfect for outdoor adventures, education, and nature exploration.
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Compared to 3 nearby locations in Wise 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 Wise County County.
The Wise County ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 97 taxonomic genera. Located in Wise County, Virginia, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Big Stone Gap, Wise County hosts 133% more species diversity. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 4 Wise County County natural areas, placing it in the 75th percentile for biodiversity.
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Spring Peeper
Mountain Chorus Frog
Autumn olive
Eastern Towhee
Northern Cardinal
ground ivy
Artist's Bracket
Bulbous Honey Fungus
Song Sparrow
Carolina Chickadee
lyre-leaf sage
Chinese privet
Umbrella Magnolia
Forest Phlox
Common Baskettail
Green Frog
hemlock woolly adelgid
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