Ranchettes
Ecosystem Overview
The Ranchettes ecosystem supports 13 documented wildlife species across 12 taxonomic genera. Located in laramie county, wyoming, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Cheyenne nearby has 87% more documented species, Ranchettes offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 6 laramie county County natural areas, placing it in the 50th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 13 total documented species.
Buteo swainsoni
Swainson's hawk
Krascheninnikovia lanata
winterfat
Hesperostipa comata
needle-and-thread
Argemone hispida
Helianthus pumilus
little sunflower
Erigeron pumilus
shaggy fleabane
Sphaeralcea coccinea
red false mallow
Penstemon albidus
red-line beardtongue
Oenothera suffrutescens
scarlet beeblossom
Paronychia depressa
Townsendia hookeri
Hooker's townsend daisy
Oenothera albicaulis
Packera fendleri
Fendler's ragwort
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Laramie County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Ranchettes. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Ranchetteswithin Laramie County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.