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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Comanche County County, Oklahoma
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 Comanche County County.
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.

Collared Lizard
Bison
Black-Tailed Prairie Dog
Texas Paintbrush
Immortal
Southern Prairie Lizard
Mississippi Kite
Painted Bunting
Red-Headed Woodpecker
Buck Brush
White-Tailed Deer
Green Clearwing
Rufous-Crowned Sparrow
Antelope-Horns
Yellow Stonecrop
Banded Pennant

Plains Gayfeather
Buttonbush
Sulphur-Tipped Clubtail
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The Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 77 taxonomic genera. Located in Comanche County, Oklahoma, 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. This location ranks #39 for species diversity among 100 Comanche County County natural areas, placing it in the 61th percentile for biodiversity.