Carlsbad
Ecosystem Overview
The Carlsbad ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 87 taxonomic genera. Located in eddy county, new mexico, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Artesia, Carlsbad hosts 900% more species diversity. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 8 eddy county County natural areas, placing it in the 88th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Larrea tridentata
Fouquieria splendens
vine-cactus
Quiscalus mexicanus
Great-tailed Grackle
Zenaida asiatica
White-winged Dove
Dasylirion leiophyllum
Sciurus niger
Cat Squirrel
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Streptopelia decaocto
collared dove, eurasian collared dove
Ictidomys parvidens
Rio Grande Ground Squirrel
Agave lechuguilla
Tampico fiber
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Yucca elata
soaptree yucca
Yucca treculiana
Zonotrichia leucophrys
white-crowned sparrow
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Sisymbrium irio
London rocket
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Callipepla squamata
Scaled Quail
Koeberlinia spinosa
Fulica americana
American Coot
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Eddy County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Carlsbad. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Carlsbadwithin Eddy County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.