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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 75 total documented species.
Wineberry
Hedge Garlic
White-Tailed Deer
Canada Goose
Common Cardinal
Red-Shouldered Hawk
Great Blue Heron
Mayapple
Mallard
Gray Squirrel
American Robin
Woodbine
Bald Eagle
Northern Mockingbird
White-Throated Sparrow

Beefsteakplant
Song Sparrow
Turkey Vulture
Eastern Bluebird
Carolina Chickadee
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Frederick County County, Maryland
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 Frederick County County.
The Frederick County ecosystem supports 75 documented wildlife species across 74 taxonomic genera. Located in Frederick County, Maryland, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 16 frequently observed species and 14 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Brunswick, Frederick County hosts 6% more species diversity.