The Buttes
Ecosystem Overview
The The Buttes ecosystem supports 19 documented wildlife species across 18 taxonomic genera. Located in albany county, wyoming, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Laramie nearby has 72% more documented species, The Buttes offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 14 albany county County natural areas, placing it in the 71th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 19 total documented species.
Recurvirostra americana
American avocet
Aechmophorus occidentalis
Western Grebe
Corvus corax
common raven
Lanius ludovicianus
Loggerhead Shrike
Aythya affinis
Lesser Scaup
Aythya americana
Redhead
Leucocrinum montanum
mountain-lily
Eriogonum exilifolium
Lithospermum incisum
yellow gromwell
Phlox hoodii
Hood's phlox
Ericameria nauseosa
rubber rabbitbrush
Passerculus sandwichensis
Savannah Sparrow
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Beckmannia syzigachne
American Slough Grass
Astragalus pectinatus
tine-leaved milk-vetch
Cicuta maculata
common water-hemlock
Persicaria amphibia
Almutaster pauciflorus
alkaline aster
Cleomella serrulata
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Albany County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement The Butteswithin Albany County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.