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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 57 total documented species.
Seehund

Fuzzy-Horned Bumble Bee

Shallon

Yellow Head Bumble Bee
Vosnesensky Bumble Bee
Black Tail Bumble Bee

Cherry Laurel


California Huckleberry

Nipplewort

Osoberry

Salmonberry

Oceanspray
Heal-All

Pink Purslane

Rugosa Rose
American Robin
Western Sword-Fern

Flowering Currant

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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Thurston County County, Washington
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 Thurston County County.
The Olympia ecosystem supports 57 documented wildlife species across 51 taxonomic genera. Located in Thurston County, Washington, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 12 frequently observed species and 11 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Nisqually River nearby has 29% more documented species, Olympia offers unique wildlife observation opportunities.