Tipsoo Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Tipsoo Lake ecosystem supports 25 documented wildlife species across 25 taxonomic genera. Located in pierce county, washington, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 6 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Pierce County nearby has 75% more documented species, Tipsoo Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #9 for species diversity among 31 pierce county County natural areas, placing it in the 71th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 25 total documented species.
Penstemon serrulatus
Luetkea pectinata
partridgefoot
Leptarrhena pyrolifolia
pyrola-leaved saxifrage
Ambystoma gracile
Northwestern Salamander
Guepiniopsis alpina
Abies lasiocarpa
Subalpine Fir
Tsuga mertensiana
Mountain Hemlock
Diphasiastrum sitchense
Sitka Ground Fir
Rhododendron albiflorum
white rhododendron
Valeriana sitchensis
Swamp Valerian
Phlox diffusa
mat phlox
Rubus lasiococcus
rough-fruit dewberry
Aquilegia formosa
western columbine
Aconitum columbianum
Columbia monkshood
Delphinium glareosum
Olympic larkspur
Pedicularis groenlandica
Greenland lousewort
Veronica cusickii
Cusick's speedwell
Xerophyllum tenax
bear-grass
Viola palustris
marsh violet
Phyllodoce empetriformis
pink mountain heather
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Pierce County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Tipsoo Lake. 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 Tipsoo Lakewithin Pierce County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.