Platt Park
Ecosystem Overview
The Platt Park ecosystem supports 7 documented wildlife species across 7 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 61% more documented species, Platt Park offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #20 for species diversity among 41 denver county County natural areas, placing it in the 51th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 7 total documented species.
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Medicago lupulina
Black medick
Plantago major
Great Plantain
Popillia japonica
Japanese Beetle
Anatis lecontei
Camponotus pennsylvanicus
Carpenter Ant
Sciurus niger
Cat Squirrel
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Platt Parkwithin Denver County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.