Fort Myers Beach
Ecosystem Overview
The Fort Myers Beach ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 75 taxonomic genera. Located in lee county, florida, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 17 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Fort Myers nearby has 20% more documented species, Fort Myers Beach offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 12 lee county County natural areas, placing it in the 58th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.
Larus fuscus
lesser black-backed gull
Chione elevata
Pelecanus occidentalis
Brown Pelican (Southern)
Leucophaeus atricilla
Laughing Gull
Strombus pugilis
West Indian Fighting Conch
Tringa semipalmata
Willet
Donax variabilis
coquina clam
Anadara transversa
transverse ark
Helianthus debilis
Cucumberleaf Sunflower
Coccoloba uvifera
Seagrape
Calidris alba
sanderling
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Noetia ponderosa
Ponderous Ark
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Pluvialis squatarola
grey plover
Mercenaria campechiensis
Südliche Quahog-Muschel
Mellita quinquiesperforata
Sand dollar
Ischnura ramburii
Rambur's Forktail
Limulus polyphemus
horseshoe crab
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Lee County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Fort Myers Beach. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Fort Myers Beachwithin Lee County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.