Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.
Helianthus annuus
Sunflower
Very Common3.33 obs.
Bombus nevadensis
Nevada Bumble Bee
Very Common1 obs.
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Harney County County, Oregon
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 Harney County County.
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.
Sunflower
Nevada Bumble Bee
Honey Clover
Sweetclover
Rough Eyelashweed
Deeproot
Prairie Falcon
Linear-Leaved Daisy
Hunt Bumble Bee
Tansyleaf Evening Primrose
Long-Stalk Clover
Slender Pedicularis
Sierra Juniper
Common Stonecrop
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The Heath Lake Wilderness Study Area ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 60 taxonomic genera. Located in Harney County, Oregon, 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. Compared to nearby Harney County, Heath Lake Wilderness Study Area hosts 3% more species diversity. This location ranks #9 for species diversity among 100 Harney County County natural areas, placing it in the 91th percentile for biodiversity.