Orting
Ecosystem Overview
The Orting ecosystem supports 55 documented wildlife species across 50 taxonomic genera. Located in pierce county, washington, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 12 frequently observed species and 10 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Pierce County nearby has 45% more documented species, Orting offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 31 pierce county County natural areas, placing it in the 84th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 55 total documented species.
Melilotus albus
white melilot
Symphoricarpos albus
Cepaea nemoralis
Grovesnail
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Coriomeris occidentalis
Anthrenus verbasci
Varied carpet beetle
Diabrotica undecimpunctata
Spotted Cucumber Beetle
Physocarpus capitatus
Pacific ninebark
Bombus melanopygus
Black Tail Bumble Bee
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Psaltriparus minimus
American Bushtit
Eucallipterus tiliae
Aphid
Araniella displicata
sixspotted orb weaver
Misumena vatia
Goldenrod Crab Spider
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Vespericola columbianus
Bombus mixtus
Fuzzy-horned Bumble Bee
Dactylis glomerata
Orchardgrass
Grammoptera subargentata
Cycloneda polita
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Pierce County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Orting. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Ortingwithin Pierce County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.