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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.
Mule Deer
Mallard
Canada Goose
Mapache

Plains Pricklypear

Indian Ricegrass

Moss-Rose

Ruddy Mongoose
Mourning Dove

Plateau Fence Lizard

Greene'S Rabbitbrush

Cheatgrass
Lesser Goldfinch

Alpine Yucca
Fourwing Saltbush

Sheepfat

Sweet Sand-Verbena

Pusley

Jointfir
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in San Juan County County, New Mexico
These comparisons are based on documented wildlife observations from citizen science data. Locations with higher species counts may have more observation activity, different habitat types, or larger coverage areas. Regional rankings help identify biodiversity hotspots and unique natural areas within San Juan County County.
The Pinon Mesa Recreation Area ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 73 taxonomic genera. Located in San Juan County, New Mexico, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 17 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby San Juan County, Pinon Mesa Recreation Area hosts 11% more species diversity.