Placitas
Ecosystem Overview
The Placitas ecosystem supports 31 documented wildlife species across 30 taxonomic genera. Located in sandoval county, new mexico, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 7 frequently observed species and 6 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Sandoval County nearby has 69% more documented species, Placitas offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 11 sandoval county County natural areas, placing it in the 82th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 31 total documented species.
Grusonia clavata
club cholla
Ephedra torreyana
Torrey Mormon Tea
Solanum elaeagnifolium
Silverleaf nightshade
Ericameria nauseosa
rubber rabbitbrush
Aphelocoma woodhouseii
Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay
Melozone fusca
canyon towhee
Lygaeus kalmii
Platycryptus californicus
jumping spiders
Lepus californicus
Black-tailed Jack Rabbit
Crotaphytus collaris
Collared Lizard
Baeolophus ridgwayi
Juniper Titmouse
Nolina greenei
Eriastrum diffusum
Ipomopsis pumila
Fallugia paradoxa
apache-plume
Melampodium leucanthum
Berlandiera lyrata
chocolate-flower
Xanthisma spinulosum
spiny ironplant
Giliastrum acerosum
bluebowls
Salvadora grahamiae
Eastern Patch-nosed Snake
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Sandoval County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Placitas. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (5 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Placitaswithin Sandoval County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.