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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 74 total documented species.
Gannet
Razorbill
Common Loon
Bonaparte'S Gull
Red-Throated Loon
Horseshoe Crab
Davy
Foster'S Tern
Pelican
Gator
Great Egret
Green Anole

Cabbagehead
Egret
Blue Crab
Great Blue Heron
Sea Gull
Lousiana Heron
White Ibis
Anhinga
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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 Beaufort County ecosystem supports 74 documented wildlife species across 69 taxonomic genera. Located in Beaufort County, South Carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 15 frequently observed species and 14 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Beaufort nearby has 4% more documented species, Beaufort County offers unique wildlife observation opportunities.