Idaho Springs
Ecosystem Overview
The Idaho Springs ecosystem supports 27 documented wildlife species across 26 taxonomic genera. Located in clear creek county, colorado, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 6 frequently observed species and 5 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Clear Creek County nearby has 73% more documented species, Idaho Springs offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 13 clear creek county County natural areas, placing it in the 85th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 27 total documented species.
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Ovis canadensis
Mountain Sheep; Audubon Bighorn (auduboni)
Corvus corax
common raven
Populus tremuloides
Aspen Poplar
Matricaria discoidea
pineapple weed
Tripleurospermum inodorum
Scentless Mayweed
Tachycineta thalassina
Violet-green Swallow
Bombus huntii
Hunt bumble bee
Hyles lineata
White-lined sphinx
Salticus scenicus
Zebra Jumper
Marmota flaviventris
Yellow-bellied Marmot
Oreamnos americanus
Snow Goat
Zenaida asiatica
White-winged Dove
Bromus inermis
Smooth brome
Solanum nitidibaccatum
Hairy Nightshade
Pediocactus simpsonii
Snowball Pediocactus
Ratibida columnifera
Mexican-hat
Erigeron canadensis
Canada Horseweed
Leptoglossus occidentalis
Western Conifer-Seed Bug
Phidippus audax
Bold Jumper
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Clear Creek County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Idaho Springs. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Idaho Springswithin Clear Creek County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.