Soap Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Soap Lake ecosystem supports 22 documented wildlife species across 22 taxonomic genera. Located in grant county, washington, 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. Compared to nearby Moses Lake, Soap Lake hosts 633% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 11 grant county County natural areas, placing it in the 82th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 22 total documented species.
Calochortus macrocarpus
sagebrush mariposa
Ailanthus altissima
Tree of heaven
Spinus tristis
American goldfinch
Falco sparverius
American Kestrel
Bombus nevadensis
Nevada Bumble Bee
Latrodectus hesperus
Hesperostipa comata
needle-and-thread
Bromus tectorum
Cheatgrass
Agropyron cristatum
Crested wheatgrass
Lamium amplexicaule
henbit dead-nettle
Tetradymia canescens
common horshbrush
Argiope trifasciata
orb weavers
Callipepla californica
California Quail
Elymus elymoides
squirreltail
Lepidium perfoliatum
Clasping pepperweed
Setophaga coronata
Myrtle Warbler
Astragalus purshii
Haemorhous mexicanus
House Finch
Leymus cinereus
basin wild rye
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Grant County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Soap Lake. 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 Soap Lakewithin Grant County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.