Casper
Ecosystem Overview
The Casper ecosystem supports 24 documented wildlife species across 23 taxonomic genera. Located in natrona county, wyoming, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Natrona County nearby has 76% more documented species, Casper offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 4 natrona 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 24 total documented species.
Mergus merganser
goosander
Larus californicus
California Gull
Glycyrrhiza lepidota
licorice
Elaeagnus angustifolia
Russian olive
Populus deltoides
Match Poplar
Asclepias speciosa
showy milkweed
Phragmites australis
Common Reed
Reduvius personatus
Actitis macularius
spotted sandpiper
Euphagus cyanocephalus
Brewer's blackbird
Streptopelia decaocto
collared dove, eurasian collared dove
Medicago varia
Sand Lucerne
Ribes aureum
Buffalo Currant
Rosa woodsii
Woods' rose
Ericameria nauseosa
rubber rabbitbrush
Penstemon angustifolius
narrow beardtongue
Tyrannus verticalis
Western Kingbird
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Syringa vulgaris
Purple Lilac
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Natrona County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Casperwithin Natrona County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.