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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 63 total documented species.
Mexican Milkweed

Greek Milkweed
Mallard
Chicken Hawk

Beckwith'S Violet
Goosander
Great Egret
Shoveler
American Coot
Pied-Billed Grebe
Night Heron
Western Fence Lizard
Ruddyduck
Common Flicker
American Robin
Hooded Merganser
Ae'O
American Avocet
Gadwall
Vosnesensky Bumble Bee
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Washoe County County, Nevada
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 Washoe County County.
The Reno ecosystem supports 63 documented wildlife species across 55 taxonomic genera. Located in Washoe County, Nevada, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 13 frequently observed species and 12 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Washoe County nearby has 19% more documented species, Reno offers unique wildlife observation opportunities.