West Wendover
Ecosystem Overview
The West Wendover ecosystem supports 12 documented wildlife species across 12 taxonomic genera. Located in elko county, nevada, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Elko nearby has 59% more documented species, West Wendover offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 6 elko 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 12 total documented species.
Ephedra nevadensis
gray ephedra
Portulaca oleracea
common purslane
Bombus morrisoni
Morrison Bumble Bee
Antilocapra americana
pronghorn
Oreoscoptes montanus
Sage Thrasher
Juniperus osteosperma
Utah Juniper
Halogeton glomeratus
Lactuca serriola
Prickly Lettuce
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Psora tuckermanii
Opuntia polyacantha
Plains Pricklypear
Krascheninnikovia lanata
winterfat
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Elko County
Discover 6 other wildlife-rich locations near West Wendover. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement West Wendoverwithin Elko County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.