Aransas Bay
Ecosystem Overview
The Aransas Bay ecosystem supports 53 documented wildlife species across 48 taxonomic genera. Located in aransas county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 11 frequently observed species and 10 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Rockport nearby has 47% more documented species, Aransas Bay offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 8 aransas county County natural areas, placing it in the 38th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 53 total documented species.
Leucophaeus atricilla
Laughing Gull
Pelecanus occidentalis
Brown Pelican (Southern)
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Gavia immer
great northern loon
Thalasseus maximus
Royal Tern
Tringa semipalmata
Willet
Larus smithsonianus
American Herring Gull
Arenaria interpres
ruddy turnstone
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
American White Pelican
Aythya americana
Redhead
Melanitta perspicillata
Surf Scoter
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Petrolisthes armatus
Green Porcelain Crab
Leiostomus xanthurus
Spot Croaker
Pluvialis squatarola
grey plover
Clibanarius vittatus
Pagurus pollicaris
Flatclaw Hermit
Nerocila lanceolata
Exosphaeroma diminutum
Orthemis ferruginea
Roseate Skimmer
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Aransas County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Aransas Bay. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Aransas Baywithin Aransas County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.