West Yellowstone
Ecosystem Overview
The West Yellowstone ecosystem supports 31 documented wildlife species across 28 taxonomic genera. Located in gallatin county, montana, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 7 frequently observed species and 6 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Bozeman nearby has 66% more documented species, West Yellowstone offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 7 gallatin county County natural areas, placing it in the 57th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 31 total documented species.
Corvus corax
common raven
Berteroa incana
hoary alison
Tachycineta thalassina
Violet-green Swallow
Matricaria discoidea
pineapple weed
Tragosoma harrisii
Eupeodes volucris
Hyles lineata
White-lined sphinx
Marmota flaviventris
Yellow-bellied Marmot
Ovis canadensis
Mountain Sheep; Audubon Bighorn (auduboni)
Bison bison
American bison
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Petrochelidon pyrrhonota
Cliff Swallow
Tachycineta bicolor
Tree/Violet-Green Swallow
Sialia currucoides
Mountain Bluebird
Poa pratensis
smooth meadow-grass
Hordeum jubatum
foxtail barley
Phacelia hastata
silver-leaved phacelia
Medicago lupulina
Black medick
Populus angustifolia
narrow-leaf cottonwood
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Gallatin County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near West Yellowstone. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement West Yellowstonewithin Gallatin County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.