Oakridge
Ecosystem Overview
The Oakridge ecosystem supports 18 documented wildlife species across 18 taxonomic genera. Located in lane county, oregon, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Eugene nearby has 82% more documented species, Oakridge offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 23 lane county County natural areas, placing it in the 74th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 18 total documented species.
Pseudotsuga menziesii
Oregon Pine
Euphagus cyanocephalus
Brewer's blackbird
Calocedrus decurrens
Bastard Cedar
Eschscholzia californica
California poppy
Erodium cicutarium
Common Stork'S-Bill
Ochlodes sylvanoides
Woodland Skipper
Pseudacris regilla
Pacific chorus frog
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Ixoreus naevius
Varied Thrush
Thuja plicata
giant arborvitae
Bromus diandrus
Ripgut brome
Dichelostemma congestum
fork-tooth ookow
Rubus bifrons
Malva neglecta
dwarf mallow
Acer macrophyllum
Big-Leaf Maple
Coprinus comatus
Shaggy Ink Cap
Plantago lanceolata
ribwort plantain
Sturnus vulgaris
starling
Want the Complete Field Guide?
Get all 18 species with 3-4 high-quality images each, detailed descriptions, and a downloadable PDF for offline use.
Get Your Personalized Field Guide
Download a professional PDF field guide featuring all the species found in Oakridge. Perfect for outdoor adventures, education, and nature exploration.
Get Your Personalized Field Guide
Download a professional PDF field guide featuring all the species found in Oakridge. Perfect for outdoor adventures, education, and nature exploration.
Your field guide will be delivered to this email address. Please double-check for accuracy.
Nearby Wildlife Areas in Lane County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Oakridge. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Oakridgewithin Lane County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.