Alamogordo
Ecosystem Overview
The Alamogordo ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 86 taxonomic genera. Located in otero 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. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 11 otero county County natural areas, placing it in the 91th 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
Quiscalus mexicanus
Great-tailed Grackle
Echinocereus stramineus
Fouquieria splendens
vine-cactus
Streptopelia decaocto
collared dove, eurasian collared dove
Atriplex canescens
Fourwing saltbush
Sayornis saya
Say's phoebe
Zenaida asiatica
White-winged Dove
Euphorbia prostrata
prostrate sandmat
Euphorbia albomarginata
Whitemargin sandmat
Haemorhous mexicanus
House Finch
Tyrannus verticalis
Western Kingbird
Otospermophilus variegatus
Common Rock Squirrel
Cylindropuntia leptocaulis
slender-stem cactus
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Asphondylia auripila
Opuntia macrocentra
Purple Prickly-pear
Solanum elaeagnifolium
Silverleaf nightshade
Condalia warnockii
Parthenium incanum
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Otero County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Alamogordo. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Alamogordowithin Otero County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.