Round Valley
Ecosystem Overview
The Round Valley ecosystem supports 35 documented wildlife species across 34 taxonomic genera. Located in inyo county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 6 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Inyo County nearby has 65% more documented species, Round Valley offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 24 inyo county County natural areas, placing it in the 75th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 35 total documented species.
Chordeiles minor
common nighthawk
Eriophyllum wallacei
Wallace's woollyleaf
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Chlosyne acastus
Sagebrush Checkerspot
Pholisora catullus
Common Sootywing
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Buteo regalis
Ferruginous Hawk
Gallinago delicata
Wilson's Snipe
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Piranga ludoviciana
western tanager
Hesperostipa comata
needle-and-thread
Toxicoscordion paniculatum
sand-corn
Chorizanthe watsonii
Eriogonum baileyi
Pectocarya setosa
Salvia columbariae
California chia
Phacelia curvipes
Glycyrrhiza lepidota
licorice
Prunus andersonii
desert peach
Coleogyne ramosissima
blackbrush
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Inyo County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Round Valley. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Round Valleywithin Inyo County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.