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Even though we live in a desert, that doesn’t mean we have a shortage of amazing wildlife ranging from vibrant flowers to adorable little ground squirrels.
The desert wildlife list below has been compiled from various resources and will be continually updated until we have completed the list for each state.
Desert Wildlife in the Southwest
Desert Amphibians
While we live in a dry area of the United States, we surprisingly have several members of the Amphibia.
Click here to view information on Desert Amphibians in the Southwest.
Desert Arachnida
Desert Birds
Desert Fish
Desert Mammals
Desert Plants and Vegetation
Desert Reptiles
A desert is a perfect place for lizards and snakes with the hot air temperatures, warm rocks, and the sunshine they love.
Please note that in some states snakes are classified as a non-gaming animal and are protected by state laws.
Because there are so many snakes found in the desert, we decided to break the list down by state also.
Lizards Found in the Desert
Snakes Found in the Desert
- Snakes of the Southwest
- Snakes Found in Arizona
- Snakes Found in New Mexico
- Snakes Found in Nevada
- Snakes Found in Utah
Desert Wildlife in the Southwest
I am an outdoor enthusiast who would rather be on a backcountry backpacking trip than a stroll on the beach (although I do love the beach!).
Living in Las Vegas has afforded me the opportunity to easily explore the Southwest region of the United States.
A nature lover, I am often found at the end of the pack taking photos and videos of the wildlife found on the trails. Colorful flowers, desert animals, and unusual geological rock formations are often the majority of my photos.
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