Henderson
Ecosystem Overview
The Henderson ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 90 taxonomic genera. Located in clark county, nevada, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 31 clark county County natural areas, placing it in the 90th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Larrea tridentata
Ferocactus cylindraceus
compass cactus
Yucca schidigera
Mojave Yucca
Ephedra nevadensis
gray ephedra
Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa
buckhorn cholla
Opuntia basilaris
Beavertail Prickly-pear
Dasyochloa pulchella
Calypte costae
Costa's Hummingbird
Mortonia utahensis
Encelia farinosa
brittlebush
Cylindropuntia echinocarpa
ground cholla
Ambrosia dumosa
bur-sage
Callipepla gambelii
Gambel's Quail
Mimus polyglottos
Northern Mockingbird
Quiscalus mexicanus
Great-tailed Grackle
Eriogonum inflatum
bottle-stopper
Chorizanthe rigida
Cylindropuntia ramosissima
Sylvilagus audubonii
Desert Cottontail
Calypte anna
Anna's Hummingbird
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Clark County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Henderson. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (4 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Hendersonwithin Clark County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.