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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 77 total documented species.
Bumble Bee
Great Egret
Tundra Swan
White Ibis
Nutria
American Coot
Pintail
Bonaparte'S Gull
Bald Cypress
Great Blue Heron
Ruddyduck
Brown-Belted Bumblebee
Eastern Phoebe
Eastern Ratsnake
Song Sparrow

Downy Poplar
American Royal Fern
Common Eastern Bumblebee

Stable Fly

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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Hyde County County, North Carolina
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 Hyde County County.
The Mattamuskeet National Wildlife Refuge ecosystem supports 77 documented wildlife species across 70 taxonomic genera. Located in Hyde County, North Carolina, 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 Hyde County, Mattamuskeet National Wildlife Refuge hosts 5% more species diversity. This location ranks #67 for species diversity among 100 Hyde County County natural areas, placing it in the 33th percentile for biodiversity.