West Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The West Lake ecosystem supports 13 documented wildlife species across 12 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 87% more documented species, West Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #12 for species diversity among 23 jefferson county County natural areas, placing it in the 48th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 13 total documented species.
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Actitis macularius
spotted sandpiper
Stelgidopteryx serripennis
Northern Rough-winged Swallow
Pomoxis nigromaculatus
Oswego Bass
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Tachycineta bicolor
Tree/Violet-Green Swallow
Lophodytes cucullatus
Hooded Merganser
Anas crecca
teal, common teal
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Hirundo rustica
barn swallow
Pipilo maculatus
Spotted Towhee (Maculatus Group)
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Jefferson County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near West 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 West Lakewithin Jefferson County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.