Crown Hill Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Crown Hill Lake ecosystem supports 14 documented wildlife species across 14 taxonomic genera. Located in jefferson 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 Golden nearby has 86% more documented species, Crown Hill Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #11 for species diversity among 23 jefferson county County natural areas, placing it in the 52th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 14 total documented species.
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Bacopa rotundifolia
disc water hyssop
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Lophodytes cucullatus
Hooded Merganser
Rumex fueginus
Tierra Del Fuego Dock
Persicaria lapathifolia
Pale Smartweed
Melilotus albus
white melilot
Erigeron canadensis
Canada Horseweed
Ammannia robusta
scarlet ammannia
Cyprinus carpio
common carp, carp
Spatula clypeata
Northern Shoveler
Faxonius virilis
virile crayfish
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Jefferson County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Crown Hill Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Crown Hill Lakewithin Jefferson County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.