Highland
Ecosystem Overview
The Highland ecosystem supports 17 documented wildlife species across 16 taxonomic genera. Located in utah county, utah, 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 Provo nearby has 83% more documented species, Highland offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #12 for species diversity among 21 utah county County natural areas, placing it in the 43th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 17 total documented species.
Aphelocoma woodhouseii
Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay
Bombus griseocollis
Brown-belted Bumblebee
Bombus nevadensis
Nevada Bumble Bee
Pheucticus melanocephalus
Black-headed Grosbeak
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Pyropyga nigricans
Dark Firefly
Vespula pensylvanica
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Ribes aureum
Buffalo Currant
Nymphalis antiopa
camberwell beauty
Archilochus alexandri
Black-chinned Hummingbird
Contopus sordidulus
Western Wood-Pewee
Medicago sativa
lucerne
Artemisia tridentata
Eremophila alpestris
horned lark
Pipilo maculatus
Spotted Towhee (Maculatus Group)
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Utah County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Highland. 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 Highlandwithin Utah County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.