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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 76 total documented species.

Two Form Bumble Bee

Oleaster

Jointfir

Woolly Locoweed

Saltbush

Utah Juniper

Pinyon Pine

Moss-Rose

Hood'S Phlox

Greek Milkweed

Collared Lizard
Bumble Bee

Bluemustard

Prince'S-Plume
Tiger Whiptail

Longleaf Phlox

Mountain-Mahogany

Stansbury'S Cliffrose

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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Mesa 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 Mesa County County.
The Mesa County ecosystem supports 76 documented wildlife species across 69 taxonomic genera. Located in Mesa 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 Grand Junction, Mesa County hosts 1% more species diversity.