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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 75 total documented species.

Buckthorn

Western Bumble Bee

Hunt Bumble Bee

Plains Gayfeather

Blanket-Flower
Musk Thistle

Moss-Rose

Indiscriminate Cuckoo Bumble Bee
Red Fir
Red Squirrel

Nevada Bumble Bee
Widdy
Golden Currant

Hoary Alison

Chickpea Milkvetch

Wild Rose
Yellow-Striped Locust
Missouri Milkvetch

Two Form Bumble Bee

Rowan
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Lewis and Clark 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 Lewis and Clark County County.
The Helena ecosystem supports 75 documented wildlife species across 65 taxonomic genera. Located in Lewis and Clark County, Montana, 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. While Lewis and Clark County nearby has 4% more documented species, Helena offers unique wildlife observation opportunities.