Harbour Town Marina
Ecosystem Overview
The Harbour Town Marina ecosystem supports 13 documented wildlife species across 13 taxonomic genera. Located in beaufort county, south carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Beaufort nearby has 43% more documented species, Harbour Town Marina offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #9 for species diversity among 17 beaufort county County natural areas, placing it in the 47th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 13 total documented species.
Styela plicata
Pleated tunicate
Quiscalus major
Boat-tailed Grackle
Pelecanus occidentalis
Brown Pelican (Southern)
Leptogorgia virgulata
colorful sea whip
Armases cinereum
squareback marsh crab
Arenaria interpres
ruddy turnstone
Corvus ossifragus
fish crow
Amphibalanus amphitrite
Striped Acorn Barnacle
Sterna forsteri
forster’s tern
Thalasseus maximus
Royal Tern
Leucophaeus atricilla
Laughing Gull
Hirundo rustica
barn swallow
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Beaufort County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Harbour Town Marina. 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 Harbour Town Marinawithin Beaufort County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.