Dewey Beach
Ecosystem Overview
The Dewey Beach ecosystem supports 22 documented wildlife species across 21 taxonomic genera. Located in sussex county, delaware, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Lewes nearby has 78% more documented species, Dewey Beach offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #16 for species diversity among 43 sussex county County natural areas, placing it in the 63th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 22 total documented species.
Tursiops erebennus
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Melanitta perspicillata
Surf Scoter
Pelecanus occidentalis
Brown Pelican (Southern)
Ocypode quadrata
Atlantic ghost crab
Geukensia demissa
Ribbed Mussel
Limax maximus
Spotted leopard slug
Charadrius semipalmatus
Semipalmated Plover
Morus bassanus
Northern Gannet
Calidris alba
sanderling
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Thryothorus ludovicianus
Carolina Wren
Melanitta americana
black scoter
Teesdalia nudicaulis
Barestem teesdalia
Artemisia vulgaris
mugwort
Erigeron canadensis
Canada Horseweed
Oenothera drummondii
coast evening-primrose
Larus smithsonianus
American Herring Gull
Sterna forsteri
forster’s tern
Mimus polyglottos
Northern Mockingbird
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Sussex County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Dewey Beach. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (4 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Dewey Beachwithin Sussex County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.