Denny Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Denny Lake ecosystem supports 5 documented wildlife species across 5 taxonomic genera. Located in montezuma county, colorado, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 0 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Cortez nearby has 78% more documented species, Denny Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 7 montezuma county County natural areas, placing it in the 43th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 5 total documented species.
Ischnura damula
Plains Forktail
Erythemis collocata
Western Pondhawk
Lithobates catesbeianus
Common Bullfrog
Fulica americana
American Coot
Asclepias speciosa
showy milkweed
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Denny Lakewithin Montezuma County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.