Sandy
Ecosystem Overview
The Sandy ecosystem supports 39 documented wildlife species across 37 taxonomic genera. Located in clackamas county, oregon, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 7 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Oregon City nearby has 61% more documented species, Sandy offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 18 clackamas county County natural areas, placing it in the 72th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 39 total documented species.
Vaccinium parvifolium
red-huckleberry
Jacobaea vulgaris
Stinking willie
Euphagus cyanocephalus
Brewer's blackbird
Thuja plicata
giant arborvitae
Maianthemum dilatatum
deerberry
Sciurus carolinensis
Grey squirrel
Sturnus vulgaris
starling
Tamiasciurus douglasii
Douglas's Squirrel
Colaptes auratus
common flicker
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Polystichum munitum
western sword fern
Tsuga heterophylla
western hemlock
Dicentra formosa
Bleeding-Heart
Stachys mexicana
Mexican hedge-nettle
Solanum dulcamara
bittersweet, woody nightshade
Rubus laciniatus
cut-leaved bramble
Rubus bifrons
Rosa gymnocarpa
Daucus carota
wild carrot
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Clackamas County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Sandy. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Sandywithin Clackamas County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.