Fort Pierce
Ecosystem Overview
The Fort Pierce ecosystem supports 35 documented wildlife species across 32 taxonomic genera. Located in st. lucie county, florida, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 6 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While St. Lucie County nearby has 65% more documented species, Fort Pierce offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 3 st. lucie county County natural areas, placing it in the 33th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 35 total documented species.
Agama picticauda
Alligator mississippiensis
Louisiana alligator.
Egretta caerulea
Little Blue Heron
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Sciurus carolinensis
Grey squirrel
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Condylostylus purpureus
Romalea microptera
Eastern Lubber Grasshopper
Protambulyx strigilis
Streaked Sphinx
Darapsa myron
Hog Sphinx
Antheraea polyphemus
Polyphemus Moth
Urbanus proteus
Long-tailed Skipper
Grapsus grapsus
Sally Lightfoot
Sphoeroides testudineus
Puffer
Iguana iguana
Green iguana
Aramus guarauna
Limpkin
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Egretta tricolor
Tricolor Heron
Egretta rufescens
Reddish Egret
Lanius ludovicianus
Loggerhead Shrike
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in St. Lucie County
Discover 3 other wildlife-rich locations near Fort Pierce. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Fort Piercewithin St. Lucie County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.