Darien
Ecosystem Overview
The Darien ecosystem supports 55 documented wildlife species across 52 taxonomic genera. Located in mcintosh county, georgia, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 12 frequently observed species and 10 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While McIntosh County nearby has 45% more documented species, Darien offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 3 mcintosh county County natural areas, placing it in the 33th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 55 total documented species.
Alligator mississippiensis
Louisiana alligator.
Dendrocygna autumnalis
Tree Duck
Senna obtusifolia
Java-bean
Spatula discors
Blue-winged Teal
Dolichonyx oryzivorus
bobolink
Smilax tamnoides
bristly greenbrier
Lithobates grylio
Pig Frog
Peucetia viridans
lynx spiders
Problema bulenta
Rare Skipper
Euphyes dukesi
Dukes' Skipper
Platalea ajaja
Roseate Spoonbill
Papilio glaucus
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Porzana carolina
Sora
Sylvilagus palustris
marsh rabbit
Fulica americana
American Coot
Dasypus novemcinctus
nine-banded armadillo
Schistocerca damnifica
Plegadis falcinellus
Glossy Ibis
Plecia nearctica
Orthemis ferruginea
Roseate Skimmer
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in McIntosh County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Darien. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (6 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Darienwithin McIntosh County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.