Phoenix
Ecosystem Overview
The Phoenix ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 88 taxonomic genera. Located in jackson 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 #3 for species diversity among 19 jackson county County natural areas, placing it in the 84th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Halictus ligatus
Ligated Furrow Bee
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Quercus garryana
Oregon White Oak
Coccinella septempunctata
7-spot ladybird
Erodium cicutarium
Common Stork'S-Bill
Pieris rapae
small white
Sympetrum semicinctum
Band-Winged Meadowhawk
Asclepias fascicularis
Mexican milkweed
Spinus psaltria
lesser goldfinch
Bombus melanopygus
Black Tail Bumble Bee
Eschscholzia californica
California poppy
Arbutus menziesii
Pacific madrone
Sitta carolinensis
White-Breasted Nuthatch (Interior West)
Polistes dominula
Paper Wasp
Strymon melinus
Cotton Square Borer
Glaucopsyche lygdamus
Silvery Blue
Syritta pipiens
Hover fly
Eupeodes fumipennis
Paragus haemorrhous
Andricus quercuscalifornicus
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Jackson County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Phoenix. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Phoenixwithin Jackson County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.