Ladora Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Ladora Lake ecosystem supports 20 documented wildlife species across 19 taxonomic genera. Located in adams county, colorado, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Adams County nearby has 80% more documented species, Ladora Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 9 adams county County natural areas, placing it in the 67th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 20 total documented species.
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Mareca strepera
Gadwall
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Bucephala clangula
common goldeneye
Lophodytes cucullatus
Hooded Merganser
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Arphia conspersa
Speckle-winged Rangeland Grasshopper
Fulica americana
American Coot
Recurvirostra americana
American avocet
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Tringa melanoleuca
Greater Yellowlegs
Aechmophorus occidentalis
Western Grebe
Aythya americana
Redhead
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Lemna minor
common duckweed
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
American White Pelican
Typha glauca
blue cattail
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Sturnella neglecta
Western Meadowlark
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Adams County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Ladora Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Ladora Lakewithin Adams County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.