Apple Valley
Ecosystem Overview
The Apple Valley ecosystem supports 33 documented wildlife species across 31 taxonomic genera. Located in san bernardino county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 7 frequently observed species and 6 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While San Bernardino nearby has 55% more documented species, Apple Valley offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #13 for species diversity among 34 san bernardino county County natural areas, placing it in the 62th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 33 total documented species.
Larrea tridentata
Pogonomyrmex rugosus
Muilla maritima
Trachymela sloanei
Anthrenus lepidus
Haplidus testaceus
Arhopalus asperatus
Epeolus compactus
Melanoplus yarrowii
Lepus californicus
Black-tailed Jack Rabbit
Fulica americana
American Coot
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Corvus corax
common raven
Mareca americana
American Wigeon
Cygnus columbianus
whistling swan
Yucca brevifolia
Western Joshua Tree
Yucca schidigera
Mojave Yucca
Salvia carduacea
thistle sage
Atriplex polycarpa
desert saltbush
Tetradymia stenolepis
Want the Complete Field Guide?
Get all 33 species with 3-4 high-quality images each, detailed descriptions, and a downloadable PDF for offline use.
Get Your Personalized Field Guide
Download a professional PDF field guide featuring all the species found in Apple Valley. Perfect for outdoor adventures, education, and nature exploration.
Get Your Personalized Field Guide
Download a professional PDF field guide featuring all the species found in Apple Valley. Perfect for outdoor adventures, education, and nature exploration.
Your field guide will be delivered to this email address. Please double-check for accuracy.
Nearby Wildlife Areas in San Bernardino County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Apple Valley. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (7 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Apple Valleywithin San Bernardino County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.