Astoria
Ecosystem Overview
The Astoria ecosystem supports 91 documented wildlife species across 84 taxonomic genera. Located in clatsop county, oregon, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 19 frequently observed species and 18 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Clatsop County nearby has 9% more documented species, Astoria offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 20 clatsop county County natural areas, placing it in the 80th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 91 total documented species.
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
American White Pelican
Zalophus californianus
California Sealion
Oncorhynchus kisutch
Coho salmon
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Geranium robertianum
herb-robert
Matricaria discoidea
pineapple weed
Daucus carota
wild carrot
Phacelia nemoralis
Hydroprogne caspia
Caspian tern
Lophocampa maculata
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Ilex aquifolium
holly
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Trifolium arvense
Rabbitfoot clover
Bombus vosnesenskii
Vosnesensky bumble bee
Meconema thalassinum
oak bush-cricket
Bombus mixtus
Fuzzy-horned Bumble Bee
Bombus sitkensis
Sitka bumble bee
Fenusa pusilla
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Clatsop County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Astoria. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (5 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Astoriawithin Clatsop County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.