Needles
Ecosystem Overview
The Needles ecosystem supports 26 documented wildlife species across 26 taxonomic genera. Located in san bernardino county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 6 frequently observed species and 5 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While San Bernardino nearby has 65% more documented species, Needles offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #17 for species diversity among 34 san bernardino county County natural areas, placing it in the 50th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 26 total documented species.
Larrea tridentata
Quiscalus mexicanus
Great-tailed Grackle
Asphondylia auripila
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Xerospermophilus tereticaudus
Round-tailed Ground Squirrel
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Trimerotropis pallidipennis
Pallid-winged Grasshopper
Gryllodes sigillatus
Tropical house cricket
Uta stansburiana
Side-blotched Lizard
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Chordeiles acutipennis
Lesser Nighthawk
Phoradendron californicum
desert mistletoe
Populus fremontii
Cottonwood
Sisymbrium irio
London rocket
Tidestromia suffruticosa
Pluchea sericea
arrow-weed
Vanessa cardui
painted lady
Colias eurytheme
Orange Sulphur
Hemidactylus turcicus
Mediterranean gecko
Callipepla gambelii
Gambel's Quail
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in San Bernardino County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Needles. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Needleswithin San Bernardino County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.