Cañon City
Ecosystem Overview
The Cañon City ecosystem supports 12 documented wildlife species across 12 taxonomic genera. Located in fremont 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 Fremont County nearby has 88% more documented species, Cañon City offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 4 fremont county County natural areas, placing it in the 50th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 12 total documented species.
Datura wrightii
sacred thorn-apple
Cicindela punctulata
Punctured Tiger Beetle
Ursus americanus
American Black Bear
Odocoileus hemionus
mule deer
Aspidoscelis neotesselatus
Colorado Checkered Whiptail
Sphyrapicus thyroideus
Williamson's Sapsucker
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Psaltriparus minimus
American Bushtit
Malva neglecta
dwarf mallow
Ailanthus altissima
Tree of heaven
Cylindropuntia imbricata
rope-pear
Mareca penelope
Eurasian Wigeon
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Fremont County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Cañon City. 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 Cañon Citywithin Fremont County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.