Tigard
Ecosystem Overview
The Tigard ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 87 taxonomic genera. Located in washington 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 16 washington county County natural areas, placing it in the 81th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Acer macrophyllum
Big-Leaf Maple
Impatiens capensis
orange balsam
Piranga ludoviciana
western tanager
Ribes sanguineum
Flowering Currant
Spinus tristis
American goldfinch
Geranium lucidum
Shining geranium
Cytisus scoparius
Scotch broom
Conium maculatum
hemlock
Philadelphus lewisii
Lewis' mock-orange
Pseudotsuga menziesii
Oregon Pine
Calypte anna
Anna's Hummingbird
Jacobaea vulgaris
Stinking willie
Physocarpus capitatus
Pacific ninebark
Fraxinus latifolia
Oregon ash
Bellis perennis
daisy
Cornus sericea
Red-osier dogwood, red willow
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Lithobates catesbeianus
Common Bullfrog
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Washington County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Tigard. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (4 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Tigardwithin Washington County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.