Ivins
Ecosystem Overview
The Ivins ecosystem supports 46 documented wildlife species across 44 taxonomic genera. Located in washington county, utah, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 10 frequently observed species and 9 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Washington County nearby has 54% more documented species, Ivins offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 14 washington county County natural areas, placing it in the 57th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 46 total documented species.
Uta stansburiana
Side-blotched Lizard
Libellula saturata
Flame Skimmer
Sayornis saya
Say's phoebe
Auriparus flaviceps
Verdin
Aspidoscelis tigris
Western Whiptail
Manduca sexta
Carolina Sphinx
Sylvilagus audubonii
Desert Cottontail
Stanleya pinnata
prince's-plume
Adiantum capillus-veneris
southern maidenhair
Quiscalus mexicanus
Great-tailed Grackle
Ammospermophilus leucurus
White-tailed Antelope Squirrel
Polistes apachus
Polyphylla decemlineata
Pogonomyrmex rugosus
Sonora semiannulata
Ground Snake
Callisaurus draconoides
Zebra-tailed Lizard
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Libellula luctuosa
Widow Skimmer
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Epicauta wheeleri
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Washington County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Ivins. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Ivinswithin Washington County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.