Portofino
Ecosystem Overview
The Portofino ecosystem supports 17 documented wildlife species across 16 taxonomic genera. Located in lee county, florida, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Fort Myers nearby has 83% more documented species, Portofino offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #8 for species diversity among 12 lee county County natural areas, placing it in the 33th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 17 total documented species.
Sagittaria lancifolia
lance-leaf arrowhead
Anadenobolus monilicornis
Tarebia granifera
Quilted melania
Heterodermia speciosa
Psilotum nudum
whisk-fern
Eleocharis geniculata
Canada spikesedge
Eleocharis interstincta
Spermacoce verticillata
shrubby false buttonweed
Hydrocotyle umbellata
water pennywort
Euphorbia hyssopifolia
Hyssopleaf sandmat
Physcia americana
Eulophia maculata
Eclipta prostrata
False daisy
Mikania scandens
Climbing hempvine
Riccia cavernosa
cavernous crystalwort
Ptilimnium capillaceum
Herbwilliam
Ardea alba
Great Egret
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Lee County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Portofino. 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 Portofinowithin Lee County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.