Ocala
Ecosystem Overview
The Ocala ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 94 taxonomic genera. Located in marion county, florida, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 5 marion county County natural areas, placing it in the 80th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Pyrocephalus rubinus
Vermilion Flycatcher
Egretta caerulea
Little Blue Heron
Falco sparverius
American Kestrel
Eudocimus albus
White Ibis / American White Ibis
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Anartia jatrophae
White Peacock
Mycteria americana
Wood Stork
Setophaga palmarum
Palm Warbler
Anolis sagrei
Mayan Coastal Anole [Mayensis]
Sayornis phoebe
Eastern Phoebe
Calidris minutilla
least sandpiper
Tringa solitaria
Solitary Sandpiper
Melanerpes erythrocephalus
Red-headed Woodpecker
Geothlypis trichas
Common Yellowthroat (Arizela Group)
Sialia sialis
Eastern Bluebird
Sciurus carolinensis
Grey squirrel
Buteo lineatus
Red-Shouldered/Broad-Winged Hawk
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Papilio troilus
Spicebush
Schistocerca americana
American Bird Locust
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Marion County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Ocala. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Ocalawithin Marion County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.