Carrizozo
Ecosystem Overview
The Carrizozo ecosystem supports 27 documented wildlife species across 27 taxonomic genera. Located in lincoln county, new mexico, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 6 frequently observed species and 5 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Lincoln County nearby has 73% more documented species, Carrizozo offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 8 lincoln 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 27 total documented species.
Yucca elata
soaptree yucca
Antilocapra americana
pronghorn
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Atriplex canescens
Fourwing saltbush
Sturnella neglecta
Western Meadowlark
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Callipepla squamata
Scaled Quail
Cylindropuntia imbricata
rope-pear
Epicauta polingi
Prionus californicus
Centrodera spurca
Caenurgina erechtea
Forage Looper Moth
Ectypia clio
Sagenosoma elsa
Glena quinquelinearia
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Corvus corax
common raven
Cucurbita foetidissima
Missouri gourd
Zinnia grandiflora
Asclepias latifolia
broadleaf milkweed
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Lincoln County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Carrizozo. 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 Carrizozowithin Lincoln County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.