Hillsboro Beach
Ecosystem Overview
The Hillsboro Beach ecosystem supports 21 documented wildlife species across 21 taxonomic genera. Located in broward county, florida, 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 Fort Lauderdale nearby has 79% more documented species, Hillsboro Beach offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #17 for species diversity among 23 broward county County natural areas, placing it in the 26th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 21 total documented species.
Iguana iguana
Green iguana
Leucophaeus atricilla
Laughing Gull
Siphonaria naufragum
Trigoniulus corallinus
Millipede
Macrodiplax balteata
Marl Pennant
Ctenodactylomyia watsoni
Efferia albibarbis
Manicina areolata
common rose coral
Glycymeris spectralis
Divalinga quadrisulcata
Cross-hatched Lucine
Aluterus monoceros
Triggerfish
Sphoeroides testudineus
Puffer
Euphorbia mesembryanthemifolia
Coastal beach sandmat
Rhizophora mangle
Red Mangrove
Lepas anserifera
Goose Barnacle
Lucina pensylvanica
Nerita fulgurans
Antillean Nerite
Procyon lotor
raccoon, northern raccoon
Tringa semipalmata
Willet
Chionopsis intapurpurea
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Regional Wildlife Network
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