Animals and Plants
The different forest and habitat types provide for numerous species of wildlife, extractable resources, and special places for people to enjoy the outdoors.
This diverse ecosystem supports a rich variety of wildlife, from desert reptiles to high-elevation mammals. The Coronado National Forest is a testament to the power of nature and the importance of conservation.
Wildlife
The Coronado National Forest provides habitat for a diverse number of wildlife species - from highly coveted fish and game animals to rare endangered species. For wildlife enthusiasts of all types, the Coronado has a lot to offer.
Wildlife of Interest
- Coatimundi
- Jaguar
- Javelina
- Black bear
- Mountain lion (puma or cougar)
- Ocelot
- Montezuma quail
- Elegant trogon
Popular Game Species
- Mule Deer
- Black Bear
- Gould's Turkey
Threatened Endangered Species
The Coronado National Forest is home to 22 threatened and endangered species.
Plants
See what others nearby have shared in the Southwestern Region, then add your own observations.
Exotic and Invasive Species
Invasive Species in Region 3
Invasive species threatening Region 3 range from disease pathogens to mammals. The U.S. Forest Service has developed a number of regional documents for invasive identification and management in the Invasive Species Field Guide.