Pahranagat Valley
Ecosystem Overview
The Pahranagat Valley ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 93 taxonomic genera. Located in lincoln 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 #2 for species diversity among 8 lincoln county County natural areas, placing it in the 75th 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
Anemopsis californica
Apache-beads
Datura wrightii
sacred thorn-apple
Sceloporus uniformis
Yellow-Backed Spiny Lizard
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Aspidoscelis tigris
Western Whiptail
Uta stansburiana
Side-blotched Lizard
Cymopterus ripleyi
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Pyrocephalus rubinus
Vermilion Flycatcher
Callisaurus draconoides
Zebra-tailed Lizard
Sylvilagus audubonii
Desert Cottontail
Coleogyne ramosissima
blackbrush
Populus fremontii
Cottonwood
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
American White Pelican
Apocynum cannabinum
American-Hemp
Mirabilis pudica
Sympetrum semicinctum
Band-Winged Meadowhawk
Libellula forensis
Eight-spotted Skimmer
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Lincoln County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Pahranagat Valley. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (5 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Pahranagat Valleywithin Lincoln County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.