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


Scrub Oak

Alligator Juniper

Arizona Walnut
Tree Lizard
Boxelder

Crevice Spiny Lizard

Apache-Plume

Short-Horned Lizard

Rope-Pear


White Sands Prairie Lizard

Amberlily

Longleaf Pennellia

New Mexico Locust


Red-Faced Warbler


Pinyon Pine

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The South Canyon ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 68 taxonomic genera. Located in Socorro 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 Socorro County, South Canyon hosts 1% more species diversity.
Compared to 8 nearby locations in Socorro 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 Socorro County County.