Jamestown
Ecosystem Overview
The Jamestown ecosystem supports 27 documented wildlife species across 25 taxonomic genera. Located in stutsman county, north dakota, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 6 frequently observed species and 5 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Stutsman County nearby has 73% more documented species, Jamestown offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 3 stutsman county County natural areas, placing it in the 33th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 27 total documented species.
Fraxinus pennsylvanica
Green ash, Red ash
Bassia scoparia
Belvedere
Agropyron cristatum
Crested wheatgrass
Prunus virginiana
Common Chokecherry
Sonchus arvensis
Perennial Sow-thistle
Hypera nigrirostris
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Bromus inermis
Smooth brome
Distichlis spicata
Saltgrass
Hordeum jubatum
foxtail barley
Symphoricarpos occidentalis
wolfberry
Galium boreale
northern bedstraw
Ellisia nyctelea
waterpod
Medicago lupulina
Black medick
Melilotus albus
white melilot
Elaeagnus angustifolia
Russian olive
Euphorbia serpillifolia
Thyme-Leaved Sandmat
Cirsium arvense
Creeping Thistle
Artemisia absinthium
wormwood
Erigeron canadensis
Canada Horseweed
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Stutsman County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Jamestown. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Jamestownwithin Stutsman County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.