Magna
Ecosystem Overview
The Magna ecosystem supports 49 documented wildlife species across 45 taxonomic genera. Located in salt lake county, utah, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 10 frequently observed species and 9 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Sandy nearby has 51% more documented species, Magna offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #10 for species diversity among 26 salt lake county County natural areas, placing it in the 62th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 49 total documented species.
Phidippus audax
Bold Jumper
Tringa flavipes
lesser yellowlegs
Salticus scenicus
Zebra Jumper
Latrodectus hesperus
Larus californicus
California Gull
Neoscona oaxacensis
Western spotted orbweaver
Cicindela willistoni
Sylvilagus nuttallii
Mountain Cottontail
Leucophaeus pipixcan
Franklin's Gull
Tringa semipalmata
Willet
Phalaropus tricolor
wilson’s phalarope
Grindelia squarrosa
Grindelia
Numenius americanus
long-billed curlew
Emmelina monodactyla
Morning-Glory Plume Moth
Recurvirostra americana
American avocet
Morone chrysops
White Bass
Oxyopes scalaris
Platycryptus undatus
Tan Jumping Spider
Habronattus festus
Ephydra gracilis
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Salt Lake County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Magna. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (5 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Magnawithin Salt Lake County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.