Daytona Beach Shores
Ecosystem Overview
The Daytona Beach Shores ecosystem supports 12 documented wildlife species across 11 taxonomic genera. Located in volusia county, florida, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Daytona Beach nearby has 78% more documented species, Daytona Beach Shores offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #10 for species diversity among 16 volusia county County natural areas, placing it in the 38th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 12 total documented species.
Larus smithsonianus
American Herring Gull
Anadenobolus monilicornis
Anisomorpha buprestoides
Florida Stick Insect
Empyreuma pugione
Ocypode quadrata
Atlantic ghost crab
Stomolophus meleagris
cannonball jelly
Raeta plicatella
Nyctanassa violacea
Yellow-Crowned Night Heron
Larus marinus
great black-backed gull
Calidris canutus
red knot
Quiscalus major
Boat-tailed Grackle
Leucophaeus atricilla
Laughing Gull
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Volusia County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Daytona Beach Shores. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (4 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Daytona Beach Shoreswithin Volusia County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.