Key Colony Beach
Ecosystem Overview
The Key Colony Beach ecosystem supports 15 documented wildlife species across 15 taxonomic genera. Located in monroe county, florida, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Monroe County nearby has 85% more documented species, Key Colony Beach offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #14 for species diversity among 25 monroe county County natural areas, placing it in the 44th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 15 total documented species.
Automeris io
Io Moth
Phocides batabano
Iguana iguana
Green iguana
Leiocephalus carinatus
Northern Curly-tailed Lizard
Anadenobolus monilicornis
Erinnyis ello
Ello Sphinx
Panulirus argus
Caribbean Spiny Lobster
Cassiopea andromeda
Upside-down jellyfish
Haemulon sciurus
Bluestriped Grunt
Rhizophora mangle
Red Mangrove
Schinus terebinthifolia
Brazilian peppertree
Camponotus floridanus
Pelecanus occidentalis
Brown Pelican (Southern)
Chione elevata
Achelous gibbesii
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Monroe County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Key Colony Beach. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (4 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Key Colony Beachwithin Monroe County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.