Hot Springs
Ecosystem Overview
The Hot Springs ecosystem supports 10 documented wildlife species across 10 taxonomic genera. Located in fall river county, south dakota, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Fall River County nearby has 90% more documented species, Hot Springs offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 3 fall river county County natural areas, placing it in the 0th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 10 total documented species.
Pica hudsonia
Black-billed Magpie
Myadestes townsendi
Townsend's Solitaire
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Odocoileus hemionus
mule deer
Sciurus niger
Cat Squirrel
Taraxacum officinale
common dandelion
Mantis religiosa
European mantis
Pellaea glabella
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Mirabilis nyctaginea
Umbrella Wort
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Fall River County
Discover 7 other wildlife-rich locations near Hot Springs. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Hot Springswithin Fall River County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.