Locations in Otero County, New Mexico
Species in Otero County
Common Species in Otero County
Showing 15 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Larrea tridentata
Fouquieria splendens
vine-cactus
Yucca elata
soaptree yucca
Odocoileus hemionus
mule deer
Populus tremuloides
Aspen Poplar
Dasylirion wheeleri
Pinus edulis
Pinyon Pine
Echinocereus stramineus
Pinus strobiformis
Southwestern White Pine
Juniperus monosperma
Cherrystone Juniper
Junco hyemalis
dark-eyed junco
Yucca baccata
Banana Yucca
Quercus gambelii
Gambel Oak
Koeberlinia spinosa
Atriplex canescens
Fourwing saltbush
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Natural Areas & Wildlife Locations in Otero County
Explore 13 documented locations in Otero County, New Mexico. Each area offers unique wildlife viewing opportunities with varying biodiversity levels.
🌿 High Biodiversity Hotspots (4 locations)
🦅 Wildlife Viewing Areas (3 locations)
🌱 Emerging & Specialized Areas (4 locations)
📍 Additional Locations (2 locations)
About Wildlife Data
Species counts represent documented wildlife observations from citizen science contributions. Higher counts often indicate areas with diverse habitats, active monitoring, or significant ecological importance. Each location offers unique opportunities to connect with Otero County's natural heritage.