Monticello
Ecosystem Overview
The Monticello ecosystem supports 37 documented wildlife species across 32 taxonomic genera. Located in san juan county, utah, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 7 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While San Juan County nearby has 63% more documented species, Monticello offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 8 san juan county County natural areas, placing it in the 75th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 37 total documented species.
Colias eurytheme
Orange Sulphur
Bombus morrisoni
Morrison Bumble Bee
Aeshna palmata
Paddle-tailed Darner
Libellula pulchella
Twelve-spotted Skimmer
Sympetrum corruptum
Variegated Meadowhawk
Aciurina bigeloviae
Arphia pseudo-nietana
Red-winged Grasshopper
Libytheana carinenta
American Snout
Cercyonis sthenele
Great Basin Wood-Nymph
Cercyonis meadi
Mead'S Wood-Nymph
Cercyonis pegala
Common Wood Nymph
Echinargus isola
Reakirt'S Blue
Icaricia icarioides
Boisduval'S Blue
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Pipilo chlorurus
Green-tailed Towhee
Pooecetes gramineus
Vesper Sparrow
Phlox longifolia
long-leaved phlox
Cirsium vulgare
spear thistle
Cirsium arvense
Creeping Thistle
Sphaeralcea coccinea
red false mallow
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in San Juan County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Monticellowithin San Juan County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.