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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Lafayette County County, Mississippi
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 Lafayette County County.
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 78 total documented species.
Mayapple

Florida Paspalum
Red Buckeye
Bladdernut

Oleaster
White-Leaf Mountain-Mint
Bumble Bee

Swamp Sunflower
Late Goldenrod

Toadshade

Southern Painted Turtle

Cardinalflower
Furrow Orbweaver
Bladder Sedge
Bursting-Heart
Maryland Golden-Aster
Poison Ivy
Buck Brush

Ridged Carrion Beetle
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The Puskus Lake Recreation Area ecosystem supports 78 documented wildlife species across 72 taxonomic genera. Located in Lafayette County, Mississippi, 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 Lafayette County, Puskus Lake Recreation Area hosts 1% more species diversity. This location ranks #72 for species diversity among 100 Lafayette County County natural areas, placing it in the 28th percentile for biodiversity.