Craig
Ecosystem Overview
The Craig ecosystem supports 16 documented wildlife species across 16 taxonomic genera. Located in moffat county, colorado, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Moffat County nearby has 84% more documented species, Craig offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 4 moffat 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 16 total documented species.
Lactuca serriola
Prickly Lettuce
Helianthus annuus
Garden Sunflower
Agropyron cristatum
Crested wheatgrass
Euphorbia glyptosperma
Ridgeseed Spurge
Cirsium arvense
Creeping Thistle
Acer negundo
ash-leaved maple, box-elder
Bassia scoparia
Belvedere
Medicago sativa
lucerne
Antilocapra americana
pronghorn
Euphagus cyanocephalus
Brewer's blackbird
Bromus inermis
Smooth brome
Verbena bracteata
Prostrate Verbena
Onopordum acanthium
scotch thistle
Plantago major
Great Plantain
Melilotus officinalis
Sweetclover
Sciurus vulgaris
eurasian red squirrel, red squirrel
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Moffat County
Discover 7 other wildlife-rich locations near Craig. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Craigwithin Moffat County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.