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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.

Utah Sweetvetch

Utah Ash

Indian Ricegrass

Small-Flower Fishhook Cactus

Prince'S-Plume

Rabbitbrush


Bulbous Poa

Pinyon Pine

Black-Throated Gray Warbler
Redosier

Sweetclover

Colton'S Milkvetch

West Rock-Jasmine
Pickpocket

Banana Yucca


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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 The Palisade Wilderness Study Area ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 72 taxonomic genera. Located in Mesa County, Colorado, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 17 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Grand Junction, The Palisade Wilderness Study Area hosts 7% more species diversity.