Richland
Ecosystem Overview
The Richland ecosystem supports 70 documented wildlife species across 68 taxonomic genera. Located in benton county, washington, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 15 frequently observed species and 13 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Kennewick, Richland hosts 192% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 6 benton county County natural areas, placing it in the 67th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 70 total documented species.
Ericameria nauseosa
rubber rabbitbrush
Dieteria canescens
hoary-aster
Mareca americana
American Wigeon
Achillea millefolium
yarrow, milfoil
Euthamia occidentalis
western-goldenrod
Gavia immer
great northern loon
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
American White Pelican
Harmonia axyridis
Harlequin ladybird
Grindelia squarrosa
Grindelia
Zonotrichia leucophrys
white-crowned sparrow
Podiceps auritus
horned grebe
Cichorium intybus
chicory
Lygaeus kalmii
Sphenophorus cicatristriatus
Odocoileus hemionus
mule deer
Neoscona oaxacensis
Western spotted orbweaver
Latrodectus hesperus
Alopecosa kochi
Chlorochroa sayi
Meloe bitoricollis
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Benton County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Richland. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Richlandwithin Benton County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.