Crystal Reservoir
Ecosystem Overview
The Crystal Reservoir ecosystem supports 51 documented wildlife species across 35 taxonomic genera. Located in nye county, nevada, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 11 frequently observed species and 10 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Nye County nearby has 49% more documented species, Crystal Reservoir offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 13 nye county County natural areas, placing it in the 77th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 51 total documented species.
Oxyura jamaicensis
Ruddy Duck
Tringa melanoleuca
Greater Yellowlegs
Recurvirostra americana
American avocet
Leucophaeus pipixcan
Franklin's Gull
Nycticorax nycticorax
night heron, black-crowned night heron
Anas acuta
pintail, northern pintail
Chroicocephalus philadelphia
Bonaparte's Gull
Podiceps nigricollis
black-necked grebe
Calidris mauri
Western Sandpiper
Hydroprogne caspia
Caspian tern
Larus californicus
California Gull
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Mareca americana
American Wigeon
Himantopus mexicanus
Black-necked Stilt
Bucephala clangula
common goldeneye
Aythya affinis
Lesser Scaup
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
American White Pelican
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Fulica americana
American Coot
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Nye County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Crystal Reservoir. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Crystal Reservoirwithin Nye County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.