Ransom Canyon
Ecosystem Overview
The Ransom Canyon ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 82 taxonomic genera. Located in lubbock county, texas, 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 #4 for species diversity among 13 lubbock county County natural areas, placing it in the 69th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Enallagma basidens
Double-striped Bluet
Dythemis velox
Swift Setwing
Argia apicalis
Blue-fronted Dancer
Aspidoscelis gularis
Texas Spotted Whiptail
Argia funebris
Argia immunda
Kiowa Dancer
Triorla interrupta
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Libellula saturata
Flame Skimmer
Argia fumipennis
Variable Dancer
Sympetrum corruptum
Variegated Meadowhawk
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Ischnura ramburii
Rambur's Forktail
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Thryomanes bewickii
Bewick'S Wren (Spilurus Group)
Leptotes marina
Marine Blue
Enallagma civile
Familiar Bluet
Epitheca petechialis
Dot-winged Baskettail
Ischnura posita
Fragile Forktail
Ischnura damula
Plains Forktail
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Lubbock County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Ransom Canyon. 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 Ransom Canyonwithin Lubbock County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.