Garden City
Ecosystem Overview
The Garden City ecosystem supports 15 documented wildlife species across 15 taxonomic genera. Located in ada county, idaho, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Boise City nearby has 85% more documented species, Garden City offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 9 ada county County natural areas, placing it in the 33th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 15 total documented species.
Thamnophis elegans
Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Amorpha fruticosa
False Indigo-Bush
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Thecabius populimonilis
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Euphorbia maculata
Milk purslane
Achillea millefolium
yarrow, milfoil
Artemisia ludoviciana
Gray Sagewort
Catalpa speciosa
Sciurus niger
Cat Squirrel
Lunaria annua
honesty
Tribulus terrestris
Puncturevine
Mantis religiosa
European mantis
Populus trichocarpa
Black Cottonwood
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Ada County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Garden City. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Garden Citywithin Ada County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.