Puyallup
Ecosystem Overview
The Puyallup ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 86 taxonomic genera. Located in pierce county, washington, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 31 pierce county County natural areas, placing it in the 94th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Sciurus carolinensis
Grey squirrel
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Junco hyemalis
dark-eyed junco
Geranium robertianum
herb-robert
Trifolium repens
Dutch clover
Ariolimax columbianus
Pacific banana slug
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Bellis perennis
daisy
Polystichum munitum
western sword fern
Ilex aquifolium
holly
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Ranunculus repens
creeping buttercup
Dicentra formosa
Bleeding-Heart
Lysichiton americanus
American skunk cabbage
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Araneus diadematus
european garden spider
Lapsana communis
Nipplewort
Rubus spectabilis
Salmonberry
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Pierce County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Puyallup. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Puyallupwithin Pierce County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.