Billings
Ecosystem Overview
The Billings ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 85 taxonomic genera. Located in yellowstone county, montana, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 7 yellowstone county County natural areas, placing it in the 86th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Leucocrinum montanum
mountain-lily
Penstemon albidus
red-line beardtongue
Oenothera suffrutescens
scarlet beeblossom
Delphinium bicolor
low larkspur
Heterotheca villosa
hairy false goldenaster
Tribulus terrestris
Puncturevine
Pediomelum tenuiflorum
Odocoileus hemionus
mule deer
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Sturnella neglecta
Western Meadowlark
Asclepias viridiflora
green-flowered milkweed
Asclepias speciosa
showy milkweed
Toxicoscordion venenosum
grassy death camas
Oenothera cespitosa
tufted evening-primrose
Sitta canadensis
Red-breasted Nuthatch
Artemisia ludoviciana
Gray Sagewort
Prunus virginiana
Common Chokecherry
Eriogonum ovalifolium
oval-leaved buckwheat
Yucca glauca
small soapweed yucca
Spizella passerina
Chipping Sparrow
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Yellowstone County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Billings. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Billingswithin Yellowstone County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.