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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 79 total documented species.

Scrub Oak

Mountain-Mahogany
Quiver-Leaf

Black-Billed Magpie

Beargrass
Golden Currant

Lilac

Greek Milkweed

Woodhouse'S Scrub Jay
Mullein
Mule Deer

Hunt Bumble Bee

Chokecherry
Widdy
Southern Prairie Lizard

Blue Spruce
Spotted Towhee

Soapwort
Medick

Cushion Pink
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The El Paso County ecosystem supports 79 documented wildlife species across 75 taxonomic genera. Located in El Paso County, Colorado, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 16 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Colorado Springs, El Paso County hosts 16% more species diversity.
Compared to 8 nearby locations in El Paso 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 El Paso County County.