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

Rocky Mountain Penstemon
Quiver-Leaf

Glueseed

Black-Billed Magpie

Chokecherry
Widdy


California Honeysuckle

Western Giant Hyssop

Skyrocket

Lionsbeard

Columbia Aconite

Lewis' Flax

Couchgrass
Mourningcloak
Tree Swallow
Fireweed

Rydberg'S Penstemon

Whitetop

Heart-Leaf Arnica
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Gunnison 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 Gunnison County County.
The Crested Butte ecosystem supports 74 documented wildlife species across 64 taxonomic genera. Located in Gunnison County, Colorado, 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. While Gunnison County nearby has 1% more documented species, Crested Butte offers unique wildlife observation opportunities.