Kountze Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Kountze Lake ecosystem supports 15 documented wildlife species across 15 taxonomic genera. Located in jefferson county, colorado, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Golden nearby has 85% more documented species, Kountze Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #10 for species diversity among 23 jefferson 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 15 total documented species.
Colaptes auratus
common flicker
Hirundo rustica
barn swallow
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Chrysemys picta
Eastern Painted Turtle
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Molothrus ater
Brown-headed Cowbird
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Lophodytes cucullatus
Hooded Merganser
Plathemis lydia
Common Whitetail
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Spatula clypeata
Northern Shoveler
Mareca strepera
Gadwall
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Jefferson County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Kountze Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Kountze Lakewithin Jefferson County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.