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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.

Vine-Cactus
Mule Deer
Quiver-Leaf

Pinyon Pine


One-Seed Juniper
Dark-Eyed Junco

Palmella

Mexican White Pine

Banana Yucca

Pine Siskin

Scrub Oak
Pygmy Nuthatch

Broad-Tailed Hummingbird

Mountain Chickadee
Low'S Fir


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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Otero 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 Otero County County.
The Mescalero ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 71 taxonomic genera. Located in Otero 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 Otero County, Mescalero hosts 3% more species diversity. This location ranks #27 for species diversity among 100 Otero County County natural areas, placing it in the 73th percentile for biodiversity.