Brawley
Ecosystem Overview
The Brawley ecosystem supports 60 documented wildlife species across 58 taxonomic genera. Located in imperial county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 13 frequently observed species and 11 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby El Centro, Brawley hosts 186% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 5 imperial county County natural areas, placing it in the 60th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 60 total documented species.
Sturnus vulgaris
starling
Zenaida asiatica
White-winged Dove
Pyrocephalus rubinus
Vermilion Flycatcher
Mimus polyglottos
Northern Mockingbird
Hemidactylus turcicus
Mediterranean gecko
Streptopelia decaocto
collared dove, eurasian collared dove
Spizella passerina
Chipping Sparrow
Columbina passerina
common ground-dove
Melanerpes uropygialis
Gila Woodpecker
Coccinella septempunctata
7-spot ladybird
Rumina decollata
decollate snail
Xylocopa sonorina
Setophaga coronata
Myrtle Warbler
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Melozone aberti
Abert's Towhee
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Zonotrichia leucophrys
white-crowned sparrow
Malvella leprosa
ivy-leaf-sida
Heliotropium curassavicum
Seaside Lavender
Lygaeus kalmii
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Imperial County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Brawley. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Brawleywithin Imperial County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.