Fort Walton Beach
Ecosystem Overview
The Fort Walton Beach ecosystem supports 48 documented wildlife species across 47 taxonomic genera. Located in okaloosa county, florida, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 10 frequently observed species and 9 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Okaloosa County nearby has 52% more documented species, Fort Walton Beach offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 7 okaloosa county County natural areas, placing it in the 71th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 48 total documented species.
Harmonia axyridis
Harlequin ladybird
Perithemis tenera
Eastern Amberwing
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
Oncometopia nigricans
black-winged sharpshooter
Ischnura ramburii
Rambur's Forktail
Chauliognathus marginatus
Bittacomorpha clavipes
Palpada vinetorum
Xylocopa virginica
Carpenter bee
Eudiagogus rosenschoeldi
Prosapia bicincta
Chalcodermus aeneus
Oncopeltus fasciatus
Large Milkweed Bug
Poecilanthrax lucifer
Phyciodes phaon
Phaon Crescent
Schistocerca obscura
Obscure Bird Grasshopper
Asphaera lustrans
Zelus cervicalis
Charidotella sexpunctata
Golden Tortoise Beetle
Psyllobora parvinotata
Small-spotted Psyllobora
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Okaloosa County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Fort Walton Beach. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Fort Walton Beachwithin Okaloosa County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.