Niceville
Ecosystem Overview
The Niceville ecosystem supports 15 documented wildlife species across 15 taxonomic genera. Located in okaloosa 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 Okaloosa County nearby has 85% more documented species, Niceville offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 7 okaloosa county County natural areas, placing it in the 43th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 15 total documented species.
Ophiomyia camarae
Phyllocnistis liriodendronella
Tillandsia usneoides
Spanish Moss
Serenoa repens
saw-palmetto
Quercus virginiana
Southern Live Oak
Clinopodium coccineum
Morella cerifera
Wax myrtle
Rhus copallina
Black Sumac
Brigantiaea leucoxantha
Elops saurus
Northern Ladyfish
Pinus elliottii
Slash Pine
Orontium aquaticum
golden-club
Pieris phillyreifolia
Cliftonia monophylla
buckwheat-tree
Ilex vomitoria
yaupon
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Okaloosa County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Niceville. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Nicevillewithin Okaloosa County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.