Artesia
Ecosystem Overview
The Artesia ecosystem supports 10 documented wildlife species across 10 taxonomic genera. Located in eddy county, new mexico, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Carlsbad nearby has 90% more documented species, Artesia offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 8 eddy county County natural areas, placing it in the 38th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 10 total documented species.
Quiscalus mexicanus
Great-tailed Grackle
Streptopelia decaocto
collared dove, eurasian collared dove
Yucca elata
soaptree yucca
Larrea tridentata
Zenaida asiatica
White-winged Dove
Aythya valisineria
Canvasback
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Mareca strepera
Gadwall
Erodium cicutarium
Common Stork'S-Bill
Sturnus vulgaris
starling
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Eddy County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Artesia. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Artesiawithin Eddy County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.