Apalachicola
Ecosystem Overview
The Apalachicola ecosystem supports 39 documented wildlife species across 39 taxonomic genera. Located in franklin county, florida, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 7 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Franklin County nearby has 61% more documented species, Apalachicola offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 4 franklin county County natural areas, placing it in the 50th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 39 total documented species.
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Anolis carolinensis
Green anole
Didelphis virginiana
Virginia-Opossum
Tetracha virginica
Anthrenus verbasci
Varied carpet beetle
Evania appendigaster
Ensign Wasp
Sphex ichneumoneus
Great Golden Digger Wasp
Pyrgota undata
Romalea microptera
Eastern Lubber Grasshopper
Actias luna
North American Luna Moth
Vanessa atalanta
Red Admiral
Phoebis sennae
Cloudless Sulphur
Urbanus proteus
Long-tailed Skipper
Euglandina rosea
rosy wolfsnail
Gastrophryne carolinensis
Eastern Narrowmouth Toad
Anaxyrus terrestris
southern toad
Eleutherodactylus planirostris
Greenhouse Frog
Osteopilus septentrionalis
Giant Tree-Frog
Thamnophis sirtalis
Common Garter Snake
Melanerpes carolinus
Red-bellied Woodpecker
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Franklin County
Discover 6 other wildlife-rich locations near Apalachicola. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Apalachicolawithin Franklin County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.