Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 75 total documented species.
Yucca glauca
Beargrass
Very Common4.63 obs.
Tribulus terrestris
Puncturevine
Very Common2.12 obs.
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Kit Carson County County, Colorado
These comparisons are based on documented wildlife observations from citizen science data. Locations with higher species counts may have more observation activity, different habitat types, or larger coverage areas. Regional rankings help identify biodiversity hotspots and unique natural areas within Kit Carson County County.
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 75 total documented species.
Beargrass
Puncturevine
Northern Phalarope
Dogweed
Oleaster
Fringed Puccoon
Sand-Sage
Sandbur
Quiller
Magnolia Warbler
Side-Oats Grama
Smooth Brome
Orchard Oriole
Yellow-Billed Cuckoo
Rainbow Scarab
Western Meadowlark
Sora
Bullfrog
Blue-Gray Gnatcatcher
Privet
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The Kit Carson County ecosystem supports 75 documented wildlife species across 68 taxonomic genera. Located in Kit Carson County, Colorado, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 16 frequently observed species and 14 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Stratton, Kit Carson County hosts 7400% more species diversity. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 63 Kit Carson County County natural areas, placing it in the 98th percentile for biodiversity.