Union Gap
Ecosystem Overview
The Union Gap ecosystem supports 16 documented wildlife species across 16 taxonomic genera. Located in yakima 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 Yakima nearby has 78% more documented species, Union Gap offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 8 yakima county County natural areas, placing it in the 50th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 16 total documented species.
Chrysochus cobaltinus
Amphitornus coloradus
Striped Grasshopper
Juga bulbosa
Sylvilagus nuttallii
Mountain Cottontail
Thomomys talpoides
Northern Pocket Gopher.
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Ribes aureum
Buffalo Currant
Rosa rugosa
japanese rose
Holosteum umbellatum
umbellate chickweed
Onopordum acanthium
scotch thistle
Erigeron filifolius
thread-leaved fleabane
Harmonia axyridis
Harlequin ladybird
Mantis religiosa
European mantis
Eriogonum microtheca
Corbicula fluminea
asian clam
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Yakima County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Union Gap. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Union Gapwithin Yakima County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.