Sanctuary Wildlife and Habitat
Plant, Mammal, Lichen and Bird Checklists for Aububon Wildlife Sanctuary
The mixed
conifer forest along Balch Creek has a lush understory of Vanilla
Leaf, Fendler's Waterleaf, Swordfern, Maiden Hair Fern, Oregon Grape,
Indian Plum, Salmonberry, and Stinging Nettle. Native Plant Interpretive Guide
A small
stand of old growth Douglas Firs stands as testimony to the giants that
once graced the temperate rainforests of the Pacific Northwest. Native Plant List Lichens of Audubon Sanctuary
Balch Creek is home to a small population of native Cutthroat Trout. An anadromous species, this population is landlocked due to several culverts along the length of the creek. Mammals of Audubon Sanctuary
- Chestnut-backed Chickadee - Mike Liskay
Look for Steller's Jay, Chestnut-backed Chickadee, Varied Thrush, Mourning Dove, Pacific Giant Salamander, and Douglas Squirrel, as well as Roughskin Newt, Red-legged Frog and Western Painted Turtle in the pond.
Our small pond and pavilion structure provide a peaceful place to have lunch and let the wildlife come to you. The pond provides sanctuary to a diverse group of amphibians.
Interested in learning more about native plants, birds and wildlife? Check out our Classes and Camps for kids and adults.
