Lake Avalon
Ecosystem Overview
The Lake Avalon ecosystem supports 65 documented wildlife species across 52 taxonomic genera. Located in eddy county, new mexico, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 14 frequently observed species and 12 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Carlsbad nearby has 35% more documented species, Lake Avalon offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 8 eddy county County natural areas, placing it in the 63th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 65 total documented species.
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Calidris mauri
Western Sandpiper
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Fulica americana
American Coot
Limosa fedoa
Marbled Godwit
Numenius americanus
long-billed curlew
Calidris fuscicollis
white-rumped sandpiper
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Egretta rufescens
Reddish Egret
Sternula antillarum
Least Tern
Egretta tricolor
Tricolor Heron
Calidris pusilla
Semipalmated Sandpiper
Phalaropus tricolor
wilson’s phalarope
Actitis macularius
spotted sandpiper
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
American White Pelican
Gallinago delicata
Wilson's Snipe
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Calidris himantopus
stilt sandpiper
Pluvialis squatarola
grey plover
Cicindela tenuisignata
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Eddy County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lake Avalon. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lake Avalonwithin Eddy County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.