McPhee Reservoir
Ecosystem Overview
The McPhee Reservoir ecosystem supports 9 documented wildlife species across 8 taxonomic genera. Located in montezuma county, colorado, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Cortez nearby has 61% more documented species, McPhee Reservoir offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 7 montezuma 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 9 total documented species.
Verbena bracteata
Prostrate Verbena
Anaxyrus woodhousii
Woodhouse'S Toad
Asclepias speciosa
showy milkweed
Asclepias subverticillata
whorled milkweed
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Zonotrichia leucophrys
white-crowned sparrow
Plantago lanceolata
ribwort plantain
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Acraspis quercushirta
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Montezuma County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near McPhee Reservoir. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement McPhee Reservoirwithin Montezuma County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.