Ruidoso Downs
Ecosystem Overview
The Ruidoso Downs ecosystem supports 20 documented wildlife species across 20 taxonomic genera. Located in lincoln county, new mexico, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Lincoln County nearby has 80% more documented species, Ruidoso Downs offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 8 lincoln county County natural areas, placing it in the 50th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 20 total documented species.
Cornu aspersum
Brown garden snail
Coccinella septempunctata
7-spot ladybird
Medicago sativa
lucerne
Sayornis saya
Say's phoebe
Hordeum jubatum
foxtail barley
Gaillardia pulchella
firewheel
Erodium cicutarium
Common Stork'S-Bill
Armadillidium vulgare
common pill woodlouse
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Corvus corax
common raven
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Juniperus monosperma
Cherrystone Juniper
Gleditsia triacanthos
Honey Locust
Malva parviflora
least mallow
Sphaeralcea coccinea
red false mallow
Oenothera suffrutescens
scarlet beeblossom
Corydalis aurea
Pale Corydalis
Taraxacum officinale
common dandelion
Sceloporus cowlesi
White Sands Prairie Lizard
Eleodes tricostata
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Lincoln County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Ruidoso Downs. 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 Ruidoso Downswithin Lincoln County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.