Smith Reservoir
Ecosystem Overview
The Smith Reservoir ecosystem supports 21 documented wildlife species across 16 taxonomic genera. Located in costilla county, colorado, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Costilla County nearby has 78% more documented species, Smith Reservoir offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 3 costilla 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 21 total documented species.
Sterna hirundo
common tern
Eristalis flavipes
Charadrius semipalmatus
Semipalmated Plover
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Larus fuscus
lesser black-backed gull
Limosa fedoa
Marbled Godwit
Tringa flavipes
lesser yellowlegs
Calidris mauri
Western Sandpiper
Calidris minutilla
least sandpiper
Calidris bairdii
baird’s sandpiper
Aechmophorus occidentalis
Western Grebe
Podiceps nigricollis
black-necked grebe
Euphagus cyanocephalus
Brewer's blackbird
Anthus rubescens
Buff-bellied Pipit
Clangula hyemalis
long-tailed duck
Tringa semipalmata
Willet
Chroicocephalus philadelphia
Bonaparte's Gull
Bembidion cheyennense
Spatula discors
Blue-winged Teal
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Costilla County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Smith Reservoir. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Smith Reservoirwithin Costilla County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.