Yelm
Ecosystem Overview
The Yelm ecosystem supports 41 documented wildlife species across 40 taxonomic genera. Located in thurston county, washington, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 9 frequently observed species and 8 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Olympia nearby has 59% more documented species, Yelm offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 14 thurston county County natural areas, placing it in the 64th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 41 total documented species.
Streptopelia decaocto
collared dove, eurasian collared dove
Junco hyemalis
dark-eyed junco
Poecile atricapillus
Black-capped chickadee
Sturnus vulgaris
starling
Haemorhous mexicanus
House Finch
Euphagus cyanocephalus
Brewer's blackbird
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Papilio zelicaon
Western Swallowtail
Strymon melinus
Cotton Square Borer
Pieris rapae
small white
Calypte anna
Anna's Hummingbird
Dicosmoecus gilvipes
Ochlodes sylvanoides
Woodland Skipper
Platycryptus californicus
jumping spiders
Notonecta kirbyi
Operophtera occidentalis
Salticus scenicus
Zebra Jumper
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Thurston County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Yelm. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (4 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Yelmwithin Thurston County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.