Ponce Inlet
Ecosystem Overview
The Ponce Inlet ecosystem supports 53 documented wildlife species across 49 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 2% more documented species, Ponce Inlet offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 16 volusia county County natural areas, placing it in the 75th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 53 total documented species.
Anolis sagrei
Mayan Coastal Anole [Mayensis]
Avicennia germinans
Black mangrove
Cnidoscolus stimulosus
bull-nettle
Zachrysia provisoria
Garden zachrysia
Hydrocotyle bonariensis
Croton punctatus
Beach-tea
Pelecanus occidentalis
Brown Pelican (Southern)
Nerita fulgurans
Antillean Nerite
Ipomoea imperati
fiddle-leaf morning-glory
Richardia grandiflora
Petrolisthes armatus
Green Porcelain Crab
Ocypode quadrata
Atlantic ghost crab
Romalea microptera
Eastern Lubber Grasshopper
Charybdis hellerii
Indo-Pacific swimming crab
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Argopecten gibbus
Calico scallop
Pachygrapsus transversus
mottled shore crab
Lepidopa benedicti
Pogonomyrmex badius
Florida harvester ant
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Volusia County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Ponce Inlet. 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 Ponce Inletwithin Volusia County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.