Kure Beach
Ecosystem Overview
The Kure Beach ecosystem supports 76 documented wildlife species across 72 taxonomic genera. Located in new hanover county, north carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 16 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Wilmington nearby has 24% more documented species, Kure Beach offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 9 new hanover county County natural areas, placing it in the 56th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 76 total documented species.
Plicatula gibbosa
Atlantic Kitten's Paw
Bunodosoma cavernatum
Glycymeris spectralis
Ilyanassa obsoleta
Eastern Mudsnail
Crassostrea virginica
American oyster
Arenaeus cribrarius
Speckled Crab
Pelecanus occidentalis
Brown Pelican (Southern)
Emerita talpoida
Mole Crab
Argopecten gibbus
Calico scallop
Tringa semipalmata
Willet
Spisula raveneli
Chione elevata
Pleuromeris tridentata
Glycymeris americana
giant American bittersweet
Anadara brasiliana
Quiscalus major
Boat-tailed Grackle
Ilyanassa trivittata
Three-Line Mudsnail
Neverita duplicata
Sharkeye Moonsnail
Diodora cayenensis
Cayenne keyhole limpet
Noetia ponderosa
Ponderous Ark
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in New Hanover County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Kure Beach. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Kure Beachwithin New Hanover County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.