Daytona Beach
Ecosystem Overview
The Daytona Beach ecosystem supports 54 documented wildlife species across 52 taxonomic genera. Located in volusia county, florida, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 11 frequently observed species and 10 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Volusia County nearby has 46% more documented species, Daytona Beach offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 16 volusia county County natural areas, placing it in the 81th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 54 total documented species.
Pelecanus occidentalis
Brown Pelican (Southern)
Anolis sagrei
Mayan Coastal Anole [Mayensis]
Platalea ajaja
Roseate Spoonbill
Anartia jatrophae
White Peacock
Romalea microptera
Eastern Lubber Grasshopper
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Heterotheca subaxillaris
Camphorweed
Iva imbricata
Serenoa repens
saw-palmetto
Gordonia lasianthus
Loblolly Bay
Leucophaeus atricilla
Laughing Gull
Helianthus debilis
Cucumberleaf Sunflower
Libellula vibrans
Great Blue Skimmer
Xylocopa virginica
Carpenter bee
Gasteracantha cancriformis
Spinybacked orbweaver
Oebalus pugnax
Rice Stink Bug
Zelus longipes
Milkweed Assassin Bug
Hermetia sexmaculata
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
Pseudomyrmex gracilis
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Volusia County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Daytona Beach. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Daytona Beachwithin Volusia County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.