Glenns Ferry
Ecosystem Overview
The Glenns Ferry ecosystem supports 23 documented wildlife species across 23 taxonomic genera. Located in elmore 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 Elmore County nearby has 77% more documented species, Glenns Ferry offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 4 elmore county County natural areas, placing it in the 50th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 23 total documented species.
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Euphagus cyanocephalus
Brewer's blackbird
Bombus griseocollis
Brown-belted Bumblebee
Archilochus alexandri
Black-chinned Hummingbird
Icterus bullockii
Bullock'S/Black-Backed Oriole
Sphecius grandis
Vespula pensylvanica
Oedaleonotus enigma
Valley Grasshopper
Hyles lineata
White-lined sphinx
Ochlodes sylvanoides
Woodland Skipper
Heliopetes ericetorum
Northern White-Skipper
Thamnophis elegans
Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Buteo swainsoni
Swainson's hawk
Molothrus ater
Brown-headed Cowbird
Piranga ludoviciana
western tanager
Pheucticus melanocephalus
Black-headed Grosbeak
Asclepias speciosa
showy milkweed
Scolopendra polymorpha
Callipepla californica
California Quail
Passerina amoena
Lazuli Bunting
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Elmore County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Glenns Ferry. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Glenns Ferrywithin Elmore County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.