Lake Sumner
Ecosystem Overview
The Lake Sumner ecosystem supports 87 documented wildlife species across 81 taxonomic genera. Located in de baca county, new mexico, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 18 frequently observed species and 17 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While De Baca County nearby has 13% more documented species, Lake Sumner offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 3 de baca 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 87 total documented species.
Paronychia jamesii
Cylindropuntia leptocaulis
slender-stem cactus
Dalea jamesii
Hetaerina americana
American Rubyspot
Berlandiera lyrata
chocolate-flower
Eriogonum tenellum
Senna roemeriana
Artemisia ludoviciana
Gray Sagewort
Senecio flaccidus
Chaetopappa ericoides
Euphorbia fendleri
Fendler's euphorbia
Hebecarpa barbeyana
Croton pottsii
leatherweed
Hyporhagus gilensis
Hesperotettix viridis
Meadow Purple-Striped Grasshopper
Leprus wheelerii
Melanoplus splendidus
Polistes dorsalis
Xanthochroina bicolor
Orthoporus ornatus
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in De Baca County
Discover 2 other wildlife-rich locations near Lake Sumner. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lake Sumnerwithin De Baca County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.