Apple Valley
Ecosystem Overview
The Apple Valley ecosystem supports 22 documented wildlife species across 21 taxonomic genera. Located in washington county, utah, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Washington County nearby has 78% more documented species, Apple Valley offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #8 for species diversity among 14 washington 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 22 total documented species.
Echinocereus bakeri
Juniperus osteosperma
Utah Juniper
Cucurbita foetidissima
Missouri gourd
Quercus turbinella
Sonoran scrub oak
Coleogyne ramosissima
blackbrush
Ericameria nauseosa
rubber rabbitbrush
Cylindropuntia echinocarpa
ground cholla
Opuntia phaeacantha
dense-spine prickly-pear
Artemisia tridentata
Aciurina bigeloviae
Phoradendron juniperinum
Mirabilis multiflora
Colorado four-o'clock
Petradoria pumila
rock-goldenrod
Sphaeralcea ambigua
apricot-mallow
Penstemon eatonii
firecracker penstemon
Fraxinus anomala
Utah ash
Scolopendra polymorpha
Pinus edulis
Pinyon Pine
Purshia stansburiana
Stansbury's cliffrose
Atriplex confertifolia
sheepfat
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Washington County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Apple Valley. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Apple Valleywithin Washington County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.