Orange City
Ecosystem Overview
The Orange City 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, Orange City offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #11 for species diversity among 16 volusia county County natural areas, placing it in the 31th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 12 total documented species.
Buteo lineatus
Red-Shouldered/Broad-Winged Hawk
Alligator mississippiensis
Louisiana alligator.
Pseudemys peninsularis
Peninsula Cooter
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Egretta caerulea
Little Blue Heron
Mycteria americana
Wood Stork
Anhinga anhinga
Anhinga
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Eudocimus albus
White Ibis / American White Ibis
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Volusia County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Orange City. 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 Orange Citywithin Volusia County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.