Silt
Ecosystem Overview
The Silt ecosystem supports 3 documented wildlife species across 3 taxonomic genera. Located in garfield county, colorado, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 1 frequently observed species and 0 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Glenwood Springs nearby has 91% more documented species, Silt offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 10 garfield county County natural areas, placing it in the 40th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 3 total documented species.
Distichlis spicata
Saltgrass
Ericameria nauseosa
rubber rabbitbrush
Asclepias speciosa
showy milkweed
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Siltwithin Garfield County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.