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Locations in Washington County, Utah

Species in Washington County

Common Species in Washington County

Showing 15 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.

Larrea tridentata

Larrea tridentata

Very Common151 obs.
Echinocereus relictus

Echinocereus relictus

Very Common127 obs.
Cylindropuntia echinocarpa

Cylindropuntia echinocarpa

ground cholla

Very Common104 obs.
Odocoileus hemionus

Odocoileus hemionus

mule deer

Very Common81 obs.
Opuntia aurea

Opuntia aurea

Golden Prickly-pear

Common80 obs.
Penstemon palmeri

Penstemon palmeri

Palmer penstemon

Common72 obs.
Quercus turbinella

Quercus turbinella

Sonoran scrub oak

Common72 obs.
Otospermophilus variegatus

Otospermophilus variegatus

Common Rock Squirrel

Common72 obs.
Datura wrightii

Datura wrightii

sacred thorn-apple

Occasional63 obs.
Juniperus osteosperma

Juniperus osteosperma

Utah Juniper

Occasional59 obs.
Sceloporus tristichus

Sceloporus tristichus

Plateau Fence Lizard

Occasional57 obs.
Uta stansburiana

Uta stansburiana

Side-blotched Lizard

Occasional52 obs.
Adiantum capillus-veneris

Adiantum capillus-veneris

southern maidenhair

Occasional47 obs.
Petrophytum caespitosum

Petrophytum caespitosum

mat rockspirea

Rare45 obs.
Acer negundo

Acer negundo

ash-leaved maple, box-elder

Rare43 obs.

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Natural Areas & Wildlife Locations in Washington County

Explore 30 documented locations in Washington County, Utah. Each area offers unique wildlife viewing opportunities with varying biodiversity levels.

🌿 High Biodiversity Hotspots (3 locations)

Washington County

A significant biodiversity area with 100 documented species. This location offers excellent wildlife viewing across multiple habitat types and seasons.

100
species

Hurricane

A significant biodiversity area with 100 documented species. This location offers excellent wildlife viewing across multiple habitat types and seasons.

100
species

Washington

A significant biodiversity area with 100 documented species. This location offers excellent wildlife viewing across multiple habitat types and seasons.

100
species

🦅 Wildlife Viewing Areas (6 locations)

Springdale

A productive wildlife area hosting 98 documented species. Great for nature enthusiasts seeking diverse wildlife experiences.

98
species

La Verkin

A productive wildlife area hosting 57 documented species. Great for nature enthusiasts seeking diverse wildlife experiences.

57
species

Ivins

A productive wildlife area hosting 46 documented species. Great for nature enthusiasts seeking focused wildlife experiences.

46
species

Virgin

A productive wildlife area hosting 35 documented species. Great for nature enthusiasts seeking focused wildlife experiences.

35
species

Apple Valley

A productive wildlife area hosting 22 documented species. Great for nature enthusiasts seeking focused wildlife experiences.

22
species

Sienna Hills

Near Washington

A productive wildlife area hosting 21 documented species. Great for nature enthusiasts seeking focused wildlife experiences.

21
species

🌱 Emerging & Specialized Areas (5 locations)

Rockville

A specialized habitat with 16 documented species. Perfect for targeted wildlife observation and unique ecosystem exploration.

16
species

Leeds

A specialized habitat with 13 documented species. Perfect for targeted wildlife observation and unique ecosystem exploration.

13
species

Toquerville

A specialized habitat with 11 documented species. Perfect for targeted wildlife observation and unique ecosystem exploration.

11
species

Santa Clara

An emerging wildlife area with 6 species documented. Ideal for discovering less-visited natural spaces.

6
species

Middle Emerald Pool

An emerging wildlife area with 1 species documented. Ideal for discovering less-visited natural spaces.

1
species

📍 Additional Locations (16 locations)

Lower Emerald Pool

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Springs Pond

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Toquerville Creek

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Upper Emerald Pool

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Enterprise

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New Harmony

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Blue Springs Reservoir

Explore for wildlife potential

Canyon Breeze Estates

Near Washington
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Canyon Cove

Near Washington
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Gunlock Reservoir

Explore for wildlife potential

Lower Enterprise Reservoir

Explore for wildlife potential

Millcreek

Near Washington
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Pine Valley Reservoir

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Rivershadow Estates

Near Washington
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Stucki Farms

Near Washington
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Upper Enterprise Reservoir

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About Wildlife Data

Species counts represent documented wildlife observations from citizen science contributions. Higher counts often indicate areas with diverse habitats, active monitoring, or significant ecological importance. Each location offers unique opportunities to connect with Washington County's natural heritage.

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