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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 74 total documented species.

Hoary Alison

Plains Gayfeather

Yellow-Headed Blackbird

Buckthorn

Two Form Bumble Bee

Whitetop
Golden Currant

Hunt Bumble Bee

Western Bumble Bee

Moss-Rose
Musk Thistle

Blanket-Flower
Widdy

Nevada Bumble Bee
Red Squirrel

Indiscriminate Cuckoo Bumble Bee
Missouri Milkvetch

White Shouldered Bumble Bee
Red Fir

Pine White
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Jefferson County County, Montana
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 Jefferson County County.
The Jefferson County ecosystem supports 74 documented wildlife species across 63 taxonomic genera. Located in Jefferson County, Montana, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 15 frequently observed species and 14 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Elkhorn Wilderness Study Area, Jefferson County hosts 51% more species diversity. This location ranks #16 for species diversity among 100 Jefferson County County natural areas, placing it in the 84th percentile for biodiversity.