Ridgway Reservoir
Ecosystem Overview
The Ridgway Reservoir ecosystem supports 4 documented wildlife species across 4 taxonomic genera. Located in ouray county, colorado, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 1 frequently observed species and 0 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Ouray County nearby has 96% more documented species, Ridgway Reservoir offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 5 ouray county County natural areas, placing it in the 40th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 4 total documented species.
Calidris bairdii
baird’s sandpiper
Recurvirostra americana
American avocet
Charadrius semipalmatus
Semipalmated Plover
Gavia immer
great northern loon
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Ridgway Reservoirwithin Ouray County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.