Eagle Mountain
Ecosystem Overview
The Eagle Mountain ecosystem supports 84 documented wildlife species across 79 taxonomic genera. Located in utah county, utah, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 17 frequently observed species and 16 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Provo nearby has 16% more documented species, Eagle Mountain offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 21 utah 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 84 total documented species.
Falco sparverius
American Kestrel
Sturnella neglecta
Western Meadowlark
Haemorhous mexicanus
House Finch
Pyrrhocoris apterus
firebug
Latrodectus hesperus
Corvus corax
common raven
Tyrannus verticalis
Western Kingbird
Numenius americanus
long-billed curlew
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Eremophila alpestris
horned lark
Artemisia tridentata
Phlox longifolia
long-leaved phlox
Juniperus osteosperma
Utah Juniper
Sayornis saya
Say's phoebe
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Eleodes hispilabris
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Chorispora tenella
Beanpodded Mustard
Hyles lineata
White-lined sphinx
Melanoplus bivittatus
Twostriped Grasshopper
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Utah County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Eagle Mountain. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (4 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Eagle Mountainwithin Utah County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.