Barnum West
Ecosystem Overview
The Barnum West ecosystem supports 8 documented wildlife species across 8 taxonomic genera. Located in denver county, colorado, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Grasmere Lake nearby has 56% more documented species, Barnum West offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #19 for species diversity among 41 denver county County natural areas, placing it in the 54th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 8 total documented species.
Xanthogaleruca luteola
Papilio multicaudata
Two-Tailed Tiger Swallowtail
Dysdera crocata
Dysderid Spider
Thamnophis radix
Plains Garter Snake
Colaptes auratus
common flicker
Ondatra zibethicus
Muskrat
Cleomella serrulata
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Denver County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Barnum Westwithin Denver County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.