Chelan
Ecosystem Overview
The Chelan ecosystem supports 18 documented wildlife species across 16 taxonomic genera. Located in chelan county, washington, 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. Compared to nearby Wenatchee, Chelan hosts 20% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 6 chelan 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 18 total documented species.
Castilleja thompsonii
Thompson's paintbrush
Rhopalomyia medusa
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Artemisia tridentata
Bombus centralis
Central Bumble Bee
Catostomus macrocheilus
Largescale Sucker
Petrochelidon pyrrhonota
Cliff Swallow
Pseudotsuga menziesii
Oregon Pine
Calochortus lyallii
Lyall's mariposa lily
Phlox longifolia
long-leaved phlox
Phlox speciosa
bush phlox
Artemisia tripartita
three-tip sagebrush
Ptychocheilus oregonensis
Northern Pikeminnow
Callipepla californica
California Quail
Pinus ponderosa
yellow-pine
Purshia tridentata
bitterbrush
Clematis ligusticifolia
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Chelan County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Chelan. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Chelanwithin Chelan County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.