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Twin Buttes Reservoir

Ecosystem Overview

The Twin Buttes Reservoir ecosystem supports 7 documented wildlife species across 7 taxonomic genera. Located in albany county, wyoming, 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. While Laramie nearby has 90% more documented species, Twin Buttes Reservoir offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 14 albany county County natural areas, placing it in the 57th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

7
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
7
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
4
Common Species
Frequently observed species
3
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#6
Regional Rank
Out of 14 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common2 species
Common2 species
Occasional2 species
Rare1 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#6 of 14 locations
57th percentile for diversity
vs. Laramie
-90% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 7 total documented species.

Larus delawarensis

Larus delawarensis

Ring-billed Gull

Very Common1 obs.
Cirsium arvense

Cirsium arvense

Creeping Thistle

Very Common1 obs.
Coccinella septempunctata

Coccinella septempunctata

7-spot ladybird

Very Common1 obs.
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

American White Pelican

Very Common1 obs.
Lepidium latifolium

Lepidium latifolium

dittander

Very Common1 obs.
Salicornia rubra

Salicornia rubra

red saltwort

Common1 obs.
Tringa semipalmata

Tringa semipalmata

Willet

Common1 obs.

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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Albany County

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Regional Wildlife Network

These nearby locations complement Twin Buttes Reservoirwithin Albany County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.

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