Oak Island
Ecosystem Overview
The Oak Island ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 88 taxonomic genera. Located in brunswick county, north carolina, 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 #2 for species diversity among 16 brunswick county County natural areas, placing it in the 88th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Smilax bona-nox
bullbrier
Smilax auriculata
wild bamboo
Crassostrea virginica
American oyster
Ipomoea sagittata
Saltmarsh Morning Glory
Heterotheca subaxillaris
Camphorweed
Quercus geminata
Sand Live Oak
Portulaca pilosa
Kiss me quick
Uniola paniculata
seaside-oats
Quercus virginiana
Southern Live Oak
Rhus copallina
Black Sumac
Hydrocotyle bonariensis
Ilex vomitoria
yaupon
Cartrema americana
devilwood
Teucrium canadense
Wood Sage
Sesbania punicea
Rattlebox
Trichostema dichotomum
Forked Bluecurls
Quercus laevis
Turkey Oak
Quercus hemisphaerica
Darlington oak
Mulinia lateralis
dwarf surfclam
Noetia ponderosa
Ponderous Ark
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Brunswick County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Oak Island. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Oak Islandwithin Brunswick County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.