Philomath
Ecosystem Overview
The Philomath ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 86 taxonomic genera. Located in benton county, oregon, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 7 benton county County natural areas, placing it in the 71th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Daucus carota
wild carrot
Epipactis helleborine
broad-leaved helleborine
Fraxinus latifolia
Oregon ash
Acer macrophyllum
Big-Leaf Maple
Dicentra formosa
Bleeding-Heart
Bombus vosnesenskii
Vosnesensky bumble bee
Heracleum maximum
American Cow Parsnip
Delphinium trolliifolium
poison larkspur
Rubus bifrons
Physocarpus capitatus
Pacific ninebark
Rubus parviflorus
Mentha pulegium
penny-royal
Melissa officinalis
balm
Cirsium vulgare
spear thistle
Phalaris arundinacea
reed-grass, reed-canary grass
Plantago major
Great Plantain
Maianthemum racemosum
Feathery False Solomon'S-Seal
Gnaphalium palustre
western marsh cudweed
Holcus lanatus
yorkshire-fog
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Benton County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Philomath. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Philomathwithin Benton County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.