Upper Falls Reservoir
Ecosystem Overview
The Upper Falls Reservoir ecosystem supports 16 documented wildlife species across 15 taxonomic genera. Located in spokane county, washington, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Spokane nearby has 84% more documented species, Upper Falls Reservoir offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 23 spokane county County natural areas, placing it in the 74th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 16 total documented species.
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Bucephala clangula
common goldeneye
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Poecile atricapillus
Black-capped chickadee
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Polemonium micranthum
little-bells polemonium
Holodiscus discolor
hillside oceanspray
Prunus virginiana
Common Chokecherry
Sciurus carolinensis
Grey squirrel
Tachycineta thalassina
Violet-green Swallow
Lonicera tatarica
Tatarian honeysuckle
Populus trichocarpa
Black Cottonwood
Setophaga coronata
Myrtle Warbler
Symphoricarpos albus
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Spokane County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Upper Falls Reservoir. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Upper Falls Reservoirwithin Spokane County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.