Cortez
Ecosystem Overview
The Cortez ecosystem supports 23 documented wildlife species across 22 taxonomic genera. Located in montezuma county, colorado, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Montezuma County nearby has 77% more documented species, Cortez offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 7 montezuma county County natural areas, placing it in the 71th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 23 total documented species.
Aciurina bigeloviae
Rhinocyllus conicus
Ischnura damula
Plains Forktail
Erythemis collocata
Western Pondhawk
Aedes vexans
Pelegrina aeneola
Lithobates catesbeianus
Common Bullfrog
Cynomys gunnisoni
Gunnison's Prairie Dog
Fulica americana
American Coot
Selasphorus rufus
Rufous/Allen'S Hummingbird
Turdus rufopalliatus
Rufous-backed Robin
Rumex hymenosepalus
canaigre dock
Verbena bracteata
Prostrate Verbena
Delphinium scaposum
Asclepias speciosa
showy milkweed
Asclepias subverticillata
whorled milkweed
Hippodamia convergens
convergent lady beetle
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Astragalus mollissimus
Woolly Locoweed
Oenothera albicaulis
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Montezuma County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Cortezwithin Montezuma County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.