Rockport
Ecosystem Overview
The Rockport ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 92 taxonomic genera. Located in aransas county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Burgentine Lake, Rockport hosts 0% more species diversity. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 8 aransas county County natural areas, placing it in the 63th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Leucophaeus atricilla
Laughing Gull
Ilex vomitoria
yaupon
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Stomolophus meleagris
cannonball jelly
Quercus virginiana
Southern Live Oak
Pelecanus occidentalis
Brown Pelican (Southern)
Helianthus argophyllus
Silverleaf Sunflower
Eudocimus albus
White Ibis / American White Ibis
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Sabal minor
bush palmetto
Egretta rufescens
Reddish Egret
Egretta tricolor
Tricolor Heron
Smilax bona-nox
bullbrier
Callicarpa americana
French-mulberry
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Quiscalus mexicanus
Great-tailed Grackle
Sterna forsteri
forster’s tern
Triadica sebifera
Chinese tallow
Quercus fusiformis
Texas Live Oak
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Aransas County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Rockport. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Rockportwithin Aransas County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.