Aspen
Ecosystem Overview
The Aspen ecosystem supports 24 documented wildlife species across 24 taxonomic genera. Located in pitkin 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 Pitkin County nearby has 76% more documented species, Aspen offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 7 pitkin 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 24 total documented species.
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Populus tremuloides
Aspen Poplar
Picea pungens
Colorado Blue-Spruce
Cinclus mexicanus
American Dipper
Libellula quadrimaculata
four spotted chaser
Ursus americanus
American Black Bear
Alces alces
Eich
Odocoileus hemionus
mule deer
Poecile atricapillus
Black-capped chickadee
Linum lewisii
wild blue flax
Ribes aureum
Buffalo Currant
Sidalcea candida
Prairie Mallow
Penstemon eatonii
firecracker penstemon
Pica hudsonia
Black-billed Magpie
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Coprinopsis atramentaria
Common Ink Cap
Trifolium repens
Dutch clover
Campanula petiolata
Vespula alascensis
Eremogone congesta
ballhead sandwort
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Pitkin County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Aspen. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (6 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Aspenwithin Pitkin County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.