Atlantic City
Ecosystem Overview
The Atlantic City ecosystem supports 45 documented wildlife species across 43 taxonomic genera. Located in atlantic county, new jersey, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 10 frequently observed species and 8 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Atlantic County nearby has 55% more documented species, Atlantic City offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #12 for species diversity among 26 atlantic county County natural areas, placing it in the 54th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 45 total documented species.
Leucophaeus atricilla
Laughing Gull
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Sterna hirundo
common tern
Larus smithsonianus
American Herring Gull
Anas rubripes
American Black Duck
Haematopus palliatus
American Oystercatcher
Solidago sempervirens
Evergreen Goldenrod
Chondrilla juncea
Skeleton weed
Larus marinus
great black-backed gull
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Strophostyles helvola
Trailing Wild Bean
Panicum amarum
Bitter Panicum
Clangula hyemalis
long-tailed duck
Butorides virescens
green heron
Paralichthys dentatus
Summer Flounder
Busycon carica
Knobbed Whelk
Lunarca ovalis
Blood Ark
Argopecten irradians
Bay Scallop
Emerita talpoida
Mole Crab
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Atlantic County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Atlantic City. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Atlantic Citywithin Atlantic County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.