Deltona
Ecosystem Overview
The Deltona ecosystem supports 52 documented wildlife species across 47 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 Daytona Beach nearby has 4% more documented species, Deltona offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 16 volusia county County natural areas, placing it in the 69th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 52 total documented species.
Aspidoscelis sexlineatus
Six-lined Racerunner
Aphelocoma coerulescens
Florida Scrub-Jay
Xyris elliottii
Elliot's Yelloweyed Grass
Celithemis eponina
Halloween Pennant
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Stichopogon abdominalis
Lontra canadensis
River Otter
Peucetia viridans
lynx spiders
Rhynchospora megalocarpa
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Syngonanthus flavidulus
Pipilo erythrophthalmus
Eastern Towhee
Stereum lobatum
Phlebodium aureum
Rabbit-Foot Fern
Dicranum condensatum
Condensed Dicranum Moss
Romalea microptera
Eastern Lubber Grasshopper
Eriocaulon decangulare
Xyris brevifolia
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Libellula axilena
Bar-winged Skimmer
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Volusia County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Deltona. 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 Deltonawithin Volusia County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.