Spearfish
Ecosystem Overview
The Spearfish ecosystem supports 8 documented wildlife species across 8 taxonomic genera. Located in lawrence county, south dakota, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Deadwood, Spearfish hosts 100% more species diversity. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 7 lawrence 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 8 total documented species.
Aix sponsa
wood duck
Euptoieta claudia
Variegated Fritillary
Sitta carolinensis
White-Breasted Nuthatch (Interior West)
Eriogonum flavum
yellow umbrella-plant
Hedysarum boreale
northern sweet-vetch
Hesperis matronalis
Dames rocket
Euphorbia brachycera
shorthorn spurge
Lonicera tatarica
Tatarian honeysuckle
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Lawrence County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Spearfish. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Spearfishwithin Lawrence County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.