Tumwater
Ecosystem Overview
The Tumwater ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 94 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 #2 for species diversity among 14 thurston county County natural areas, placing it in the 86th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Pseudacris regilla
Pacific chorus frog
Araneus diadematus
european garden spider
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Rubus spectabilis
Salmonberry
Graphocephala fennahi
Rhododendron leafhopper
Spiraea douglasii
Douglas' spirea
Geranium robertianum
herb-robert
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Thryomanes bewickii
Bewick'S Wren (Spilurus Group)
Pipilo maculatus
Spotted Towhee (Maculatus Group)
Aphelocoma californica
California/Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay
Phalaris arundinacea
reed-grass, reed-canary grass
Saponaria officinalis
soapwort
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Eris militaris
Oxyopes scalaris
Digitalis purpurea
foxglove
Ischnura cervula
Pacific Forktail
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Thurston County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Tumwater. 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 Tumwaterwithin Thurston County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.