Dupont
Ecosystem Overview
The Dupont ecosystem supports 54 documented wildlife species across 52 taxonomic genera. Located in pierce county, washington, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 11 frequently observed species and 10 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Pierce County nearby has 46% more documented species, Dupont offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #7 for species diversity among 31 pierce county County natural areas, placing it in the 77th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 54 total documented species.
Struthiopteris spicant
deer fern
Woodwardia fimbriata
giant chain fern
Tussilago farfara
coltsfoot
Linnaea borealis
twinflower
Asarum caudatum
long-tailed wild ginger
Tamiasciurus douglasii
Douglas's Squirrel
Toxicodendron diversilobum
poison oak
Tsuga heterophylla
western hemlock
Holodiscus discolor
hillside oceanspray
Geranium lucidum
Shining geranium
Goodyera oblongifolia
western rattlesnake-plantain
Phytomyza linnaeae
Erythronium oregonum
giant adder's-tongue
Chrysolina hyperici
Golovinomyces sordidus
Plantain Mildew
Thamnophis sirtalis
Common Garter Snake
Taricha granulosa
Rough-skinned Newt
Metellina curtisi
Bombus melanopygus
Black Tail Bumble Bee
Cycloneda polita
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Pierce County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Dupont. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Dupontwithin Pierce County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.