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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.
Silverleaf Nightshade
Great Blue Heron
Baldpate
Pyrrhuloxia
Great Egret
Shoveler
Curve-Billed Thrasher

Rope-Pear
White-Crowned Sparrow
Vine-Cactus
American Coot

Kingfisher
Gambel'S Quail
Tahoka Daisy

Spotted Towhee

Slender Goldenweed

Edible Fig
Ring-Billed Gull
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Sierra 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 Sierra County County.
The Chihuahuan Desert Conservatory ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 72 taxonomic genera. Located in Sierra 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 Sierra County, Chihuahuan Desert Conservatory hosts 8% more species diversity. This location ranks #39 for species diversity among 100 Sierra County County natural areas, placing it in the 61th percentile for biodiversity.