Margate
Ecosystem Overview
The Margate ecosystem supports 51 documented wildlife species across 48 taxonomic genera. Located in broward county, florida, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 11 frequently observed species and 10 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Fort Lauderdale nearby has 49% more documented species, Margate offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #14 for species diversity among 23 broward county County natural areas, placing it in the 39th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 51 total documented species.
Heliconius charithonia
Zebra Heliconian
Iguana iguana
Green iguana
Anolis sagrei
Mayan Coastal Anole [Mayensis]
Spermacoce verticillata
shrubby false buttonweed
Eudocimus albus
White Ibis / American White Ibis
Eumaeus atala
Atala
Ardisia escallonioides
island marlberry
Dione vanillae
Gulf Fritillary
Callisia repens
Creeping inchplant
Xylophanes tersa
Tersa Sphinx
Perithemis tenera
Eastern Amberwing
Pseudomyrmex gracilis
Quiscalus major
Boat-tailed Grackle
Gasteracantha cancriformis
Spinybacked orbweaver
Aramus guarauna
Limpkin
Pantherophis guttatus
Red Cornsnake
Felis catus
Domestic Cat
Anhinga anhinga
Anhinga
Myllocerus undecimpustulatus
Anadenobolus monilicornis
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Regional Wildlife Network
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