Whittier
Ecosystem Overview
The Whittier ecosystem supports 35 documented wildlife species across 34 taxonomic genera. Located in denver county, colorado, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 6 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Grasmere Lake, Whittier hosts 94% more species diversity. This location ranks #9 for species diversity among 41 denver county County natural areas, placing it in the 78th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 35 total documented species.
Sciurus niger
Cat Squirrel
Erysiphe convolvuli
Verbascum thapsus
Aaron'S-Rod
Erodium cicutarium
Common Stork'S-Bill
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Helicoverpa zea
Bollworm
Hyles lineata
White-lined sphinx
Boisea trivittata
Bourletiella hortensis
Salticus scenicus
Zebra Jumper
Dermacentor variabilis
American Dog Tick
Armadillidium vulgare
common pill woodlouse
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Psaltriparus minimus
American Bushtit
Coprinellus micaceus
Glistening Inkcap
Erysiphe heraclei
Umbellifer Mildew
Verbena bracteata
Prostrate Verbena
Populus tremuloides
Aspen Poplar
Chenopodium album
lambs quarters
Portulaca oleracea
common purslane
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Regional Wildlife Network
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