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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.


Fuzzy-Horned Bumble Bee

Black Tail Bumble Bee
Vosnesensky Bumble Bee

Yellow Head Bumble Bee

Rugosa Rose

Shallon

Cherry Laurel
Great Blue Heron
Hooded Merganser

Hermissenda
Heal-All

Salmonberry

Oceanspray

Laurelwood
California Poppy

Arctic Butterbur
Skunk Cabbage

Fringecups
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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 80 documented wildlife species across 70 taxonomic genera. Located in Thurston County, Washington, 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.