Burton
Ecosystem Overview
The Burton ecosystem supports 17 documented wildlife species across 17 taxonomic genera. Located in beaufort county, south carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Beaufort nearby has 26% more documented species, Burton offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #7 for species diversity among 17 beaufort county County natural areas, placing it in the 59th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 17 total documented species.
Limulus polyphemus
horseshoe crab
Armases cinereum
squareback marsh crab
Petrolisthes armatus
Green Porcelain Crab
Clibanarius vittatus
Callinectes sapidus
blue swimming crab
Geukensia demissa
Ribbed Mussel
Chordeiles minor
common nighthawk
Borrichia frutescens
sea oxeye
Morella cerifera
Wax myrtle
Menippe mercenaria
Rangia cuneata
Atlantic rangia
Smilax bona-nox
bullbrier
Phyla nodiflora
Turkey tangle fogfruit
Bidens alba
Fulguropsis pyruloides
Leptuca pugilator
Atlantic Sand Fiddler Crab
Ardea alba
Great Egret
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Beaufort County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Burton. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Burtonwithin Beaufort County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.