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




Jointfir
Sweetclover


Small-Flower Fishhook Cactus

Woolly Plantain
Gray Hairstreak
Common Wood Nymph


Saltbush


Dark Mealworm

White-Lined Sphinx

Mormon-Tea
Checkered White
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Montrose 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 Montrose County County.
The Dolores River Canyon Wilderness Study Area ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 74 taxonomic genera. Located in Montrose 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 Montrose County, Dolores River Canyon Wilderness Study Area hosts 8% more species diversity. This location ranks #58 for species diversity among 100 Montrose County County natural areas, placing it in the 42th percentile for biodiversity.