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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 78 total documented species.
Silverleaf Nightshade

Desert Horsepurslane

Red Mulberry
Ae'O

Texas Horned Lizard
Modesty

Apache-Beads
Burrowing Owl
Parrot Feather Watermilfoil

Sweet-Alice

White Sands Prairie Lizard
Convergent Lady Beetle

Twin-Spotted Spiny Lizard
American Avocet

Chihuahuan Spotted Whiptail
Black Phoebe
Bullfrog

New Mexico Whiptail

Townsend'S Warbler
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Valencia 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 Valencia County County.
The Rio Communities ecosystem supports 78 documented wildlife species across 74 taxonomic genera. Located in Valencia County, New Mexico, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 16 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Valencia County, Rio Communities hosts 4% more species diversity. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 100 Valencia County County natural areas, placing it in the 95th percentile for biodiversity.