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Columbia Falls

Ecosystem Overview

The Columbia Falls ecosystem supports 4 documented wildlife species across 3 taxonomic genera. Located in flathead county, montana, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 1 frequently observed species and 0 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Kalispell nearby has 80% more documented species, Columbia Falls offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #10 for species diversity among 17 flathead county County natural areas, placing it in the 41th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

4
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
3
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
3
Common Species
Frequently observed species
1
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#10
Regional Rank
Out of 17 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common1 species
Common2 species
Occasional1 species
Rare0 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#10 of 17 locations
41th percentile for diversity
vs. Kalispell
-80% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 4 total documented species.

Haliaeetus leucocephalus

Haliaeetus leucocephalus

Bald Eagle

Very Common2 obs.
Corvus corax

Corvus corax

common raven

Very Common1 obs.
Corvus brachyrhynchos

Corvus brachyrhynchos

American Crow

Very Common1 obs.
Pinus ponderosa

Pinus ponderosa

yellow-pine

Very Common1 obs.

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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Flathead County

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Regional Wildlife Network

These nearby locations complement Columbia Fallswithin Flathead County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.

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