Hungry Horse
Ecosystem Overview
The Hungry Horse ecosystem supports 49 documented wildlife species across 47 taxonomic genera. Located in flathead county, montana, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 10 frequently observed species and 9 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Kalispell, Hungry Horse hosts 145% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 17 flathead county County natural areas, placing it in the 88th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 49 total documented species.
Trillium ovatum
Western White Wakerobin
Vireo gilvus
Warbling Vireo (Western)
Prosartes trachycarpa
rough-fruited mandarin
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Pseudotsuga menziesii
Oregon Pine
Selasphorus rufus
Rufous/Allen'S Hummingbird
Parkesia noveboracensis
Northern Waterthrush
Catharus ustulatus
Swainson's Thrush
Spinus pinus
Pine Siskin
Acer glabrum
Rocky Mountain maple
Aralia nudicaulis
Shotbush
Letharia vulpina
Camponotus herculeanus
Vespula acadica
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Colaptes auratus
common flicker
Alces alces
Eich
Limax maximus
Spotted leopard slug
Syrphus opinator
Dyslobus verrucifer
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Flathead County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Hungry Horse. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Hungry Horsewithin Flathead County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.