Hot Creek Valley
Ecosystem Overview
The Hot Creek Valley ecosystem supports 20 documented wildlife species across 19 taxonomic genera. Located in nye county, nevada, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Nye County nearby has 80% more documented species, Hot Creek Valley offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 13 nye county County natural areas, placing it in the 62th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 20 total documented species.
Antilocapra americana
pronghorn
Bos taurus
Domesticated cattle
Artemisia spinescens
Micropuntia pulchella
Cleomella lutea
Spea intermontana
Great Basin spadefoot toad
Ephedra nevadensis
gray ephedra
Blepharidachne kingii
Zannichellia palustris
Horned Pondweed
Plagiobothrys salsus
Halerpestes cymbalaria
Shore Buttercup
Halogeton glomeratus
Atriplex canescens
Fourwing saltbush
Sarcobatus vermiculatus
greasewood
Sphaeralcea ambigua
apricot-mallow
Loeseliastrum depressum
depressed ipomopsis
Coccinella septempunctata
7-spot ladybird
Glyptopleura marginata
Atriplex confertifolia
sheepfat
Eremophila alpestris
horned lark
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Nye County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Hot Creek Valley. 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 Hot Creek Valleywithin Nye County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.