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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.
Gator
Anhinga
Great Blue Heron
Great Egret
Spanish Moss
Sweet Gum
French-Mulberry
Woodbine
Green Anole
Slider

Bull-Bay
Chinese Tallow
Gray Squirrel

Cabbagehead

Lizard'S Tail
Horseshoe Crab


Cabbage Palm

Saw-Palmetto
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Beaufort County County, South Carolina
These comparisons are based on documented wildlife observations from citizen science data. Locations with higher species counts may have more observation activity, different habitat types, or larger coverage areas. Regional rankings help identify biodiversity hotspots and unique natural areas within Beaufort County County.
The Hilton Head Island ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 78 taxonomic genera. Located in Beaufort County, South Carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 17 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Beaufort County, Hilton Head Island hosts 8% more species diversity.