Rio Blanco Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Rio Blanco Lake ecosystem supports 78 documented wildlife species across 63 taxonomic genera. Located in rio blanco county, colorado, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 16 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Rio Blanco County nearby has 22% more documented species, Rio Blanco Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 7 rio blanco 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 78 total documented species.
Calidris minutilla
least sandpiper
Leucophaeus pipixcan
Franklin's Gull
Calidris alba
sanderling
Calidris mauri
Western Sandpiper
Chroicocephalus philadelphia
Bonaparte's Gull
Pediocactus simpsonii
Snowball Pediocactus
Phalaropus tricolor
wilson’s phalarope
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Spatula cyanoptera
Cinnamon Teal
Limnodromus scolopaceus
Long-billed Dowitcher
Larus californicus
California Gull
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Libellula forensis
Eight-spotted Skimmer
Limosa fedoa
Marbled Godwit
Spatula clypeata
Northern Shoveler
Tringa semipalmata
Willet
Anthus rubescens
Buff-bellied Pipit
Plegadis chihi
White-faced Ibis
Cicindela purpurea
Purple Tiger Beetle
Cicindela tranquebarica
Oblique-Lined Tiger Beetle
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Rio Blanco County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Rio Blanco Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Rio Blanco Lakewithin Rio Blanco County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.