Avalon
Ecosystem Overview
The Avalon ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 89 taxonomic genera. Located in cape may county, new jersey, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 21 cape may county County natural areas, placing it in the 76th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Calidris alba
sanderling
Charadrius semipalmatus
Semipalmated Plover
Limulus polyphemus
horseshoe crab
Crassostrea virginica
American oyster
Larus smithsonianus
American Herring Gull
Spisula solidissima
Atlantic Surf Clam
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Leucophaeus atricilla
Laughing Gull
Donax fossor
Calidris pusilla
Semipalmated Sandpiper
Busycon carica
Knobbed Whelk
Ensis leei
Jack knife clam
Calidris minutilla
least sandpiper
Lunarca ovalis
Blood Ark
Lycaena hypophlaeas
Mytilus edulis
Blue Mussel
Crepidula fornicata
Common Atlantic Slippersnail
Euphorbia maculata
Milk purslane
Neverita duplicata
Sharkeye Moonsnail
Emerita talpoida
Mole Crab
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Cape May County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Avalon. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (5 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Avalonwithin Cape May County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.