Boise River
Ecosystem Overview
The Boise River ecosystem supports 21 documented wildlife species across 20 taxonomic genera. Located in ada county, idaho, 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 Boise City nearby has 79% more documented species, Boise River offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 9 ada county County natural areas, placing it in the 44th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 21 total documented species.
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Bucephala clangula
common goldeneye
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Mergus merganser
goosander
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Gelastocoris oculatus
toad bug
Castor canadensis
Canadian beaver
Thamnophis elegans
Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Colaptes auratus
common flicker
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Megascops kennicottii
Western Screech-Owl
Aix sponsa
wood duck
Verbascum blattaria
Moth Mullein
Verbascum thapsus
Aaron'S-Rod
Acer saccharinum
White Maple
Limenitis lorquini
Lorquin'S Admiral
Lunaria annua
honesty
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Ada County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Boise River. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Boise Riverwithin Ada County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.