Lake Kachess
Ecosystem Overview
The Lake Kachess ecosystem supports 7 documented wildlife species across 7 taxonomic genera. Located in kittitas county, washington, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Kittitas County nearby has 93% more documented species, Lake Kachess offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 11 kittitas county County natural areas, placing it in the 45th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 7 total documented species.
Gaultheria ovatifolia
slender wintergreen
Vaccinium parvifolium
red-huckleberry
Chimaphila umbellata
Pipsissewa
Rubus ursinus
California blackberry
Acer circinatum
Vine Maple
Monadenia fidelis
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Kittitas County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lake Kachesswithin Kittitas County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.