Cherry Creek Reservoir
Ecosystem Overview
The Cherry Creek Reservoir ecosystem supports 18 documented wildlife species across 17 taxonomic genera. Located in arapahoe county, colorado, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Englewood nearby has 10% more documented species, Cherry Creek Reservoir offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 12 arapahoe 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 18 total documented species.
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Bucephala clangula
common goldeneye
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
American White Pelican
Pica hudsonia
Black-billed Magpie
Spatula clypeata
Northern Shoveler
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Fulica americana
American Coot
Rissa tridactyla
black-legged kittiwake
Limosa haemastica
Hudsonian Godwit
Aechmophorus occidentalis
Western Grebe
Mergus serrator
Red-breasted Merganser
Lophodytes cucullatus
Hooded Merganser
Himantopus mexicanus
Black-necked Stilt
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Cichorium intybus
chicory
Vespula alascensis
Mergus merganser
goosander
Ammospiza nelsoni
Nelson's Sparrow
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Arapahoe County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Cherry Creek Reservoir. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Cherry Creek Reservoirwithin Arapahoe County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.