Garden City
Ecosystem Overview
The Garden City ecosystem supports 23 documented wildlife species across 23 taxonomic genera. Located in horry county, south carolina, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Myrtle Beach nearby has 77% more documented species, Garden City offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 10 horry county County natural areas, placing it in the 40th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 23 total documented species.
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Trachinotus carolinus
Florida Pompano
Leucophaeus atricilla
Laughing Gull
Leptuca pugilator
Atlantic Sand Fiddler Crab
Emerita talpoida
Mole Crab
Stomolophus meleagris
cannonball jelly
Melanerpes carolinus
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Charadrius semipalmatus
Semipalmated Plover
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Passiflora incarnata
maypop
Medicago lupulina
Black medick
Prunus serotina
rum cherry, black cherry
Aralia spinosa
prickly-ash
Parthenocissus quinquefolia
Virginia-creeper
Borrichia frutescens
sea oxeye
Amphibalanus amphitrite
Striped Acorn Barnacle
Donax variabilis
coquina clam
Potentilla indica
yellow-flowered strawberry
Lepidium virginicum
Poorman pepperweed
Gaillardia pulchella
firewheel
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Horry County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Garden City. 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 Garden Citywithin Horry County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.