Provo
Ecosystem Overview
The Provo ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 95 taxonomic genera. Located in utah county, utah, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Orem, Provo hosts 96% more species diversity. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 21 utah county County natural areas, placing it in the 95th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Bucephala clangula
common goldeneye
Euphorbia myrsinites
broadleaf glaucous spurge
Salmo trutta
River Trout
Coprinus comatus
Shaggy Ink Cap
Odocoileus hemionus
mule deer
Astragalus utahensis
Balsamorhiza hookeri
Hooker's balsamroot
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Falco sparverius
American Kestrel
Cornu aspersum
Brown garden snail
Hedysarum boreale
northern sweet-vetch
Mareca americana
American Wigeon
Celtis reticulata
netleaf hackberry
Haemorhous mexicanus
House Finch
Poecile atricapillus
Black-capped chickadee
Dryobates pubescens
Downy Woodpecker
Sceloporus graciosus
Southern Sagebrush Lizard [vandenburghianus]
Latrodectus hesperus
Boisea trivittata
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Utah County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Provo. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (4 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Provowithin Utah County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.