Gardnerville
Ecosystem Overview
The Gardnerville ecosystem supports 16 documented wildlife species across 15 taxonomic genera. Located in douglas county, nevada, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Douglas County nearby has 84% more documented species, Gardnerville offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 9 douglas county County natural areas, placing it in the 56th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 16 total documented species.
Hyles lineata
White-lined sphinx
Platycryptus californicus
jumping spiders
Xanthogaleruca luteola
Bombus vosnesenskii
Vosnesensky bumble bee
Bombus morrisoni
Morrison Bumble Bee
Halictus ligatus
Ligated Furrow Bee
Toxomerus marginatus
Syrphid Fly
Schistocerca shoshone
Papilio multicaudata
Two-Tailed Tiger Swallowtail
Sceliphron caementarium
Mud Dauber
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Phidippus johnsoni
Spinus psaltria
lesser goldfinch
Tribulus terrestris
Puncturevine
Otospermophilus beecheyi
California ground squirrel
Loxia curvirostra
common crossbill
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Douglas County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Gardnerville. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Gardnervillewithin Douglas County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.