Sisters
Ecosystem Overview
The Sisters ecosystem supports 30 documented wildlife species across 30 taxonomic genera. Located in deschutes county, oregon, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 7 frequently observed species and 5 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Bend nearby has 70% more documented species, Sisters offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 13 deschutes county County natural areas, placing it in the 77th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 30 total documented species.
Odocoileus hemionus
mule deer
Juniperus occidentalis
Western Juniper
Ribes cereum
squaw currant
Holosteum umbellatum
umbellate chickweed
Achillea filipendulina
Fern-Leaf Yarrow
Poa bulbosa
Bulbous bluegrass
Artemisia tridentata
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Dissosteira carolina
Carolina Grasshopper
Aphelocoma californica
California/Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay
Chordeiles minor
common nighthawk
Pseudotsuga menziesii
Oregon Pine
Bromus tectorum
Cheatgrass
Linum lewisii
wild blue flax
Holodiscus discolor
hillside oceanspray
Salsola tragus
Prickly Russian thistle
Claytonia rubra
erubescent miner's-lettuce
Chrysothamnus viscidiflorus
yellow rabbitbrush
Verbascum thapsus
Aaron'S-Rod
Colias eurytheme
Orange Sulphur
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Deschutes County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Sisters. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Sisterswithin Deschutes County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.