Post Falls
Ecosystem Overview
The Post Falls ecosystem supports 44 documented wildlife species across 40 taxonomic genera. Located in kootenai county, idaho, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 9 frequently observed species and 8 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Coeur d'Alene nearby has 45% more documented species, Post Falls offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 4 kootenai county County natural areas, placing it in the 25th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 44 total documented species.
Fritillaria affinis
Ojai fritillary
Camassia quamash
quamash
Olsynium douglasii
Douglas' grasswidow
Erythronium grandiflorum
glacier-lily
Ranunculus glaberrimus
sagebrush buttercup
Geum triflorum
Purple Avens
Viola arvensis
Field Pansy
Selaginella wallacei
Wallace's spikemoss
Phlox speciosa
bush phlox
Lamium amplexicaule
henbit dead-nettle
Toxicoscordion venenosum
grassy death camas
Sedum stenopetalum
narrow-petaled stonecrop
Amelanchier alnifolia
Collinsia parviflora
Littleflower Collinsia
Penstemon confertus
yellow beardtongue
Bombus huntii
Hunt bumble bee
Calochortus apiculatus
Baker's mariposa lily
Platycryptus californicus
jumping spiders
Bombus rufocinctus
Red-belted Bumble Bee
Dolichovespula arenaria
Common Aerial Yellowjacket
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Kootenai County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Post Falls. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Post Fallswithin Kootenai County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.