Harrison County
Ecosystem Overview
The Harrison County ecosystem supports 28 documented wildlife species across 22 taxonomic genera. Located in harrison county, kentucky, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 6 frequently observed species and 5 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Cynthiana, Harrison County hosts 75% more species diversity. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 2 harrison county County natural areas, placing it in the 50th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 28 total documented species.
Etheostoma spectabile
Orangethroat darter
Celticecis pilosa
Pachypsylla celtidismamma
Campostoma anomalum
Central Stoneroller
Etheostoma flabellare
Fantail darter
Etheostoma blennioides
Greenside darter
Faxonius rusticus
rusty crayfish
Celticecis oviformis
Corydalus cornutus
Pachypsylla celtidisvesicula
Cambarus bartonii
Common Crayfish
Placobdella parasitica
Smooth Turtle Leech
Gambusia affinis
Mosquito fish
Luxilus chrysocephalus
Striped Shiner
Pimephales notatus
Bluntnose minnow
Etheostoma nigrum
Johnny Darter
Chelydra serpentina
Snapping Turtle
Carex davisii
Davis' sedge
Physostegia virginiana
obedient plant
Datura stramonium
thorn-apple
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Harrison County
Discover 2 other wildlife-rich locations near Harrison County. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Harrison Countywithin Harrison County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.