Gulf Shores
Ecosystem Overview
The Gulf Shores ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 91 taxonomic genera. Located in baldwin county, alabama, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 10 baldwin county County natural areas, placing it in the 80th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Agkistrodon piscivorus
Cottonmouth
Setophaga coronata
Myrtle Warbler
Lanius ludovicianus
Loggerhead Shrike
Spiranthes vernalis
Spring Ladies'-Tresses
Butorides virescens
green heron
Melanerpes carolinus
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Alligator mississippiensis
Louisiana alligator.
Quiscalus major
Boat-tailed Grackle
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Drosera capillaris
pink sundew
Nerodia fasciata
Southern Water Snake
Arenaria interpres
ruddy turnstone
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Leucophaeus atricilla
Laughing Gull
Cliftonia monophylla
buckwheat-tree
Junonia coenia
Northern Buckeye
Kosteletzkya pentacarpos
seashore-mallow
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Baldwin County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Gulf Shores. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Gulf Shoreswithin Baldwin County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.