Alamosa
Ecosystem Overview
The Alamosa ecosystem supports 7 documented wildlife species across 7 taxonomic genera. Located in alamosa county, colorado, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Alamosa County nearby has 93% more documented species, Alamosa offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 2 alamosa county County natural areas, placing it in the 0th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 7 total documented species.
Odocoileus hemionus
mule deer
Asclepias speciosa
showy milkweed
Sciurus niger
Cat Squirrel
Lathyrus eucosmus
semmly vetchling
Lepidium chalepense
lens-pod hoarycress
Tribulus terrestris
Puncturevine
Lappula redowskii
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Alamosawithin Alamosa County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.