Lone Tree
Ecosystem Overview
The Lone Tree ecosystem supports 13 documented wildlife species across 13 taxonomic genera. Located in douglas county, colorado, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Castle Rock nearby has 83% more documented species, Lone Tree offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 7 douglas county County natural areas, placing it in the 57th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 13 total documented species.
Cynomys ludovicianus
Black-tailed Prairie Dog
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Odocoileus hemionus
mule deer
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Sialia currucoides
Mountain Bluebird
Chorispora tenella
Beanpodded Mustard
Ericameria nauseosa
rubber rabbitbrush
Asclepias speciosa
showy milkweed
Vanessa cardui
painted lady
Canis latrans
Prairie Wolf
Taraxacum officinale
common dandelion
Linaria dalmatica
Dalmatian toadflax
Polistes dominula
Paper Wasp
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Douglas County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lone Tree. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lone Treewithin Douglas County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.