American Fork
Ecosystem Overview
The American Fork ecosystem supports 36 documented wildlife species across 35 taxonomic genera. Located in utah county, utah, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 7 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Provo nearby has 64% more documented species, American Fork offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #8 for species diversity among 21 utah 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 36 total documented species.
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Melanoplus bivittatus
Twostriped Grasshopper
Pieris rapae
small white
Neoscona oaxacensis
Western spotted orbweaver
Asclepias speciosa
showy milkweed
Phidippus audax
Bold Jumper
Mantis religiosa
European mantis
Sympetrum corruptum
Variegated Meadowhawk
Eristalis tenax
Drone Fly
Dissosteira carolina
Carolina Grasshopper
Polites sabuleti
Sandhill Skipper
Sergiolus montanus
Dysdera crocata
Dysderid Spider
Latrodectus hesperus
Platycryptus californicus
jumping spiders
Salticus scenicus
Zebra Jumper
Marmota flaviventris
Yellow-bellied Marmot
Odocoileus hemionus
mule deer
Aspidoscelis neomexicanus
New Mexico Whiptail
Bombycilla cedrorum
cedar waxwing
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Utah County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near American Fork. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement American Forkwithin Utah County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.