Saint Andrew Bay
Ecosystem Overview
The Saint Andrew Bay ecosystem supports 14 documented wildlife species across 14 taxonomic genera. Located in bay county, florida, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Panama City nearby has 12% more documented species, Saint Andrew Bay offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 9 bay county County natural areas, placing it in the 44th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 14 total documented species.
Hypocharassus pruinosus
Efferia albibarbis
Lytechinus variegatus
Variegated Urchin
Atrina rigida
stiff penshell
Dinocardium robustum
Atlantic giant cockle
Oliva sayana
lettered olive
Serranus subligarius
Belted sandfish
Parablennius marmoreus
Seaweed Blenny
Gelochelidon nilotica
gull-billed tern
Larus smithsonianus
American Herring Gull
Pelecanus occidentalis
Brown Pelican (Southern)
Tringa semipalmata
Willet
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Dione vanillae
Gulf Fritillary
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Bay County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Saint Andrew Bay. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Saint Andrew Baywithin Bay County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.