Cody
Ecosystem Overview
The Cody ecosystem supports 26 documented wildlife species across 26 taxonomic genera. Located in park county, wyoming, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 6 frequently observed species and 5 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Park County nearby has 74% more documented species, Cody offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 13 park county County natural areas, placing it in the 85th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 26 total documented species.
Odocoileus hemionus
mule deer
Asclepias speciosa
showy milkweed
Lophocampa maculata
Sylvilagus nuttallii
Mountain Cottontail
Podiceps nigricollis
black-necked grebe
Bombycilla cedrorum
cedar waxwing
Poecile atricapillus
Black-capped chickadee
Chordeiles minor
common nighthawk
Agropyron cristatum
Crested wheatgrass
Symphoricarpos occidentalis
wolfberry
Glycyrrhiza lepidota
licorice
Salsola tragus
Prickly Russian thistle
Cirsium vulgare
spear thistle
Lactuca serriola
Prickly Lettuce
Penstemon eatonii
firecracker penstemon
Rhopalomyia chrysothamni
Vulpes vulpes
fox, red fox
Pica hudsonia
Black-billed Magpie
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Park County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Cody. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Codywithin Park County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.