Bozeman
Ecosystem Overview
The Bozeman ecosystem supports 90 documented wildlife species across 88 taxonomic genera. Located in gallatin county, montana, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 19 frequently observed species and 17 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Gallatin County nearby has 10% more documented species, Bozeman offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 7 gallatin county County natural areas, placing it in the 71th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 90 total documented species.
Pica hudsonia
Black-billed Magpie
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Thlaspi arvense
field pennycress
Lotus corniculatus
Garden bird's-foot-trefoil
Tragopogon dubius
Goatsbeard
Berteroa incana
hoary alison
Bombus huntii
Hunt bumble bee
Populus tremuloides
Aspen Poplar
Piranga ludoviciana
western tanager
Quiscalus quiscula
Common Grackle
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Carduus nutans
nodding thistle
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Hesperis matronalis
Dames rocket
Tyrannus tyrannus
Eastern Kingbird
Tanacetum vulgare
tansy
Liatris punctata
dotted blazing-star
Silene latifolia
Bladder campion
Castor canadensis
Canadian beaver
Tamiasciurus hudsonicus
Ecureuil Roux
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Gallatin County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Bozeman. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (6 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Bozemanwithin Gallatin County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.