Roswell
Ecosystem Overview
The Roswell ecosystem supports 20 documented wildlife species across 18 taxonomic genera. Located in chaves county, new mexico, 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 Chaves County nearby has 80% more documented species, Roswell offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 3 chaves 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 20 total documented species.
Zenaida asiatica
White-winged Dove
Xanthogaleruca luteola
Schistocerca lineata
Jadera haematoloma
Sitta canadensis
Red-breasted Nuthatch
Sitta carolinensis
White-Breasted Nuthatch (Interior West)
Myadestes townsendi
Townsend's Solitaire
Erodium texanum
Texas stork's-bill
Solanum elaeagnifolium
Silverleaf nightshade
Euphorbia maculata
Milk purslane
Euphorbia prostrata
prostrate sandmat
Rhynchosida physocalyx
Mimus polyglottos
Northern Mockingbird
Hoffmannseggia glauca
Indian rush-pea
Taraxacum officinale
common dandelion
Cardellina pusilla
Wilson's Warbler
Setophaga palmarum
Palm Warbler
Quiscalus mexicanus
Great-tailed Grackle
Loxia curvirostra
common crossbill
Eleodes hispilabris
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Chaves County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Roswellwithin Chaves County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.