Pagosa Springs
Ecosystem Overview
The Pagosa Springs ecosystem supports 35 documented wildlife species across 32 taxonomic genera. Located in archuleta county, colorado, 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 Archuleta County nearby has 65% more documented species, Pagosa Springs offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 3 archuleta county County natural areas, placing it in the 33th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 35 total documented species.
Petrochelidon pyrrhonota
Cliff Swallow
Aythya americana
Redhead
Anas crecca
teal, common teal
Cynomys gunnisoni
Gunnison's Prairie Dog
Selasphorus platycercus
Broad-tailed Hummingbird
Melanerpes lewis
Lewis's Woodpecker
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Actitis macularius
spotted sandpiper
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Euphagus cyanocephalus
Brewer's blackbird
Streptopelia decaocto
collared dove, eurasian collared dove
Anas acuta
pintail, northern pintail
Aythya collaris
Ring-necked Duck
Cygnus buccinator
trumpeter swan
Berberis fendleri
Populus tremuloides
Aspen Poplar
Euphorbia serpillifolia
Thyme-Leaved Sandmat
Cornus sericea
Red-osier dogwood, red willow
Penstemon strictus
Rocky Mountain penstemon
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Archuleta County
Discover 7 other wildlife-rich locations near Pagosa Springs. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Pagosa Springswithin Archuleta County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.