Locations in Washoe County, Nevada
Species in Washoe County
Common Species in Washoe County
Showing 15 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Asclepias fascicularis
Mexican milkweed
Astragalus tiehmii
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Viola beckwithii
Beckwith's violet
Asclepias speciosa
showy milkweed
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Sceloporus occidentalis
Pacific blue-bellied lizard
Eriogonum umbellatum
sulphurflower
Astragalus purshii
Zonotrichia leucophrys
white-crowned sparrow
Fulica americana
American Coot
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Mergus merganser
goosander
Spatula clypeata
Northern Shoveler
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
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Natural Areas & Wildlife Locations in Washoe County
Explore 122 documented locations in Washoe County, Nevada. Each area offers unique wildlife viewing opportunities with varying biodiversity levels.
🌿 High Biodiversity Hotspots (2 locations)
🦅 Wildlife Viewing Areas (4 locations)
🌱 Emerging & Specialized Areas (10 locations)
📍 Additional Locations (106 locations)
About Wildlife Data
Species counts represent documented wildlife observations from citizen science contributions. Higher counts often indicate areas with diverse habitats, active monitoring, or significant ecological importance. Each location offers unique opportunities to connect with Washoe County's natural heritage.