Monroe
Ecosystem Overview
The Monroe ecosystem supports 60 documented wildlife species across 52 taxonomic genera. Located in benton county, oregon, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 13 frequently observed species and 11 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Benton County nearby has 40% more documented species, Monroe offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 7 benton county County natural areas, placing it in the 57th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 60 total documented species.
Erodium cicutarium
Common Stork'S-Bill
Veronica persica
common field-speedwell
Senecio vulgaris
groundsel
Daucus carota
wild carrot
Andricus quercuscalifornicus
Hypochaeris radicata
Flat Weed
Rubus bifrons
Lophodytes cucullatus
Hooded Merganser
Lamium purpureum
Purple deadnettle
Geranium molle
Dovefoot geranium
Diabrotica undecimpunctata
Spotted Cucumber Beetle
Cardamine hirsuta
hairy bitter-cress
Quercus garryana
Oregon White Oak
Verbascum blattaria
Moth Mullein
Jacobaea vulgaris
Stinking willie
Grimmia pulvinata
Grey-cushioned Grimmia
Poa annua
annual meadow-grass
Plantago lanceolata
ribwort plantain
Stereum ochraceoflavum
Sayornis nigricans
black phoebe
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Benton County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Monroe. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Monroewithin Benton County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.