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

Tesajo Cactus


Pinchot Juniper


Cactus-Apple
Black-Tailed Prairie Dog

Plains Yucca

Havard Oak
House Sparrow


Roemer'S Acacia

Mohr Oak

Texas Spotted Whiptail
Collared Dove
Checkered White

Great-Tailed Grackle
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The Howard County ecosystem supports 78 documented wildlife species across 72 taxonomic genera. Located in Howard County, Texas, 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. While Big Spring nearby has 2% more documented species, Howard County offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #93 for species diversity among 100 Howard County County natural areas, placing it in the 7th percentile for biodiversity.
Compared to 8 nearby locations in Howard County County, Texas
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 Howard County County.