Orem
Ecosystem Overview
The Orem ecosystem supports 51 documented wildlife species across 49 taxonomic genera. Located in utah county, utah, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 11 frequently observed species and 10 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Provo nearby has 49% more documented species, Orem offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #7 for species diversity among 21 utah county County natural areas, placing it in the 67th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 51 total documented species.
Phallus hadriani
Sand Stinkhorn
Coprinus comatus
Shaggy Ink Cap
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Cornu aspersum
Brown garden snail
Verbascum thapsus
Aaron'S-Rod
Mycenastrum corium
Leucoagaricus americanus
Reddening Lepiota
Chorispora tenella
Beanpodded Mustard
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Hyles lineata
White-lined sphinx
Sympetrum corruptum
Variegated Meadowhawk
Libellula pulchella
Twelve-spotted Skimmer
Boisea trivittata
Castor canadensis
Canadian beaver
Bassaniana utahensis
Neoscona oaxacensis
Western spotted orbweaver
Latrodectus hesperus
Schizocosa mccooki
Cycloneda sanguinea
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Utah County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Orem. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Oremwithin Utah County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.