Thurston County
Ecosystem Overview
The Thurston County ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 92 taxonomic genera. Located in thurston 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 #4 for species diversity among 14 thurston 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 100 total documented species.
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Dendronotus iris
Gaultheria shallon
shallal
Rubus ursinus
California blackberry
Junco hyemalis
dark-eyed junco
Hemigrapsus oregonensis
yellow shore crab
Pipilo maculatus
Spotted Towhee (Maculatus Group)
Hirundo rustica
barn swallow
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Pseudacris regilla
Pacific chorus frog
Cytisus scoparius
Scotch broom
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Rubus spectabilis
Salmonberry
Digitalis purpurea
foxglove
Mareca americana
American Wigeon
Tachycineta bicolor
Tree/Violet-Green Swallow
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Thurston County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Thurston County. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Thurston Countywithin Thurston County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.