Spanish Fork
Ecosystem Overview
The Spanish Fork ecosystem supports 27 documented wildlife species across 27 taxonomic genera. Located in utah county, utah, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 6 frequently observed species and 5 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Provo nearby has 73% more documented species, Spanish Fork offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #10 for species diversity among 21 utah county County natural areas, placing it in the 52th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 27 total documented species.
Phidippus audax
Bold Jumper
Mantis religiosa
European mantis
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Salticus scenicus
Zebra Jumper
Pyrrhocoris apterus
firebug
Polistes dominula
Paper Wasp
Tropisternus lateralis
Lateral-banded water scavenger beetle
Brothylus gemmulatus
Ceroxys latiusculus
Boisea trivittata
Pholcophora americana
Cheiracanthium mildei
Platycryptus californicus
jumping spiders
Armadillidium vulgare
common pill woodlouse
Odocoileus hemionus
mule deer
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Calochortus nuttallii
sego-lily
Hydrophyllum capitatum
dwarf waterleaf
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Utah County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Spanish 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 Spanish Forkwithin Utah County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.