Dade City
Ecosystem Overview
The Dade City ecosystem supports 18 documented wildlife species across 16 taxonomic genera. Located in pasco 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 Pasco County nearby has 82% more documented species, Dade City offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 5 pasco county County natural areas, placing it in the 60th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 18 total documented species.
Romalea microptera
Eastern Lubber Grasshopper
Anolis sagrei
Mayan Coastal Anole [Mayensis]
Bidens alba
Phanaeus vindex
Rainbow Scarab
Mischocyttarus mexicanus
Polistes exclamans
Polistes metricus
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
Plecia nearctica
Dichondra carolinensis
Camponotus planatus
Camponotus floridanus
Youngia japonica
Oriental false hawksbeard
Ardisia crenata
Hen's eyes
Herpothallon rubrocinctum
Distimake dissectus
Maekistocera longipennis
Scolia nobilitata
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Pasco County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Dade City. 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 Dade Citywithin Pasco County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.