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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.
Buttonbush
Hooded Merganser
Carolina Geranium
Henbit
Mayapple
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Merlin
Mottled Pipsissewa

Southern Lady Fern

Moneywort
Cancerweed
Myrtle

Dissected Grapefern
Asian Lady Beetle

Crossvine
Common Loon
Holly Fern

Redroot
Fan Clubmoss
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Alexander 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 Alexander County County.
The Dusty Ridge Park ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 79 taxonomic genera. Located in Alexander County, North Carolina, 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 #86 for species diversity among 100 Alexander County County natural areas, placing it in the 14th percentile for biodiversity.