Rockville
Ecosystem Overview
The Rockville ecosystem supports 16 documented wildlife species across 16 taxonomic genera. Located in washington county, utah, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Washington County nearby has 84% more documented species, Rockville offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #10 for species diversity among 14 washington county County natural areas, placing it in the 29th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 16 total documented species.
Asclepias speciosa
showy milkweed
Strigosella africana
African mustard
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Hyles lineata
White-lined sphinx
Lygaeus kalmii
Aphonopelma iodius
Datura wrightii
sacred thorn-apple
Solanum elaeagnifolium
Silverleaf nightshade
Mirabilis multiflora
Colorado four-o'clock
Sphaeralcea grossulariifolia
current-leaf globe-mallow
Penstemon palmeri
Palmer penstemon
Pontia protodice
Checkered White
Catherpes mexicanus
Canyon Wren
Stanleya pinnata
prince's-plume
Cleomella lutea
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Washington County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Rockville. 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 Rockvillewithin Washington County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.