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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 77 total documented species.
Wineberry
Mottled Pipsissewa
Song Sparrow
Mallard
Hedge Garlic

American Robin
Starling
Common Cardinal
Myrtle
Mourning Dove
Paper Mulberry
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Pond Bird
Chicken Hawk
Mistflower
House Finch
Eastern Bluebird
Haymaids

Redroot
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Salem 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 Salem County.
The Salem ecosystem supports 77 documented wildlife species across 75 taxonomic genera. Located in Salem, Virginia, 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. While Salem nearby has 4% more documented species, Salem offers unique wildlife observation opportunities.