Rock Springs
Ecosystem Overview
The Rock Springs ecosystem supports 26 documented wildlife species across 26 taxonomic genera. Located in sweetwater 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 Green River nearby has 19% more documented species, Rock Springs offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 10 sweetwater county County natural areas, placing it in the 70th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 26 total documented species.
Eriocoma hymenoides
Indian mountain ricegrass
Portulaca oleracea
common purslane
Opuntia polyacantha
Plains Pricklypear
Bromus tectorum
Cheatgrass
Halogeton glomeratus
Bombus huntii
Hunt bumble bee
Cynomys leucurus
white-tailed prairie dog
Agropyron cristatum
Crested wheatgrass
Hordeum jubatum
foxtail barley
Triglochin maritima
sea arrowgrass
Tamarix ramosissima
Saltcedar
Elaeagnus angustifolia
Russian olive
Sarcobatus vermiculatus
greasewood
Senecio vulgaris
groundsel
Plantago major
Great Plantain
Ondatra zibethicus
Muskrat
Astragalus pubentissimus
Green River Milkvetch
Trifolium repens
Dutch clover
Ulmus pumila
Manchurian Elm
Capsella bursa-pastoris
Shepherd's purse
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Sweetwater County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Rock Springs. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (5 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Rock Springswithin Sweetwater County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.