Surfside Beach
Ecosystem Overview
The Surfside Beach ecosystem supports 61 documented wildlife species across 55 taxonomic genera. Located in brazoria county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 13 frequently observed species and 12 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Angleton, Surfside Beach hosts 259% more species diversity. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 20 brazoria county County natural areas, placing it in the 75th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 61 total documented species.
Donax variabilis
coquina clam
Egretta tricolor
Tricolor Heron
Emerita benedicti
Tringa semipalmata
Willet
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Raeta plicatella
Rallus crepitans
Clapper Rail
Quiscalus mexicanus
Great-tailed Grackle
Atrina serrata
sawtooth penshell
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Calidris minutilla
least sandpiper
Nyctanassa violacea
Yellow-Crowned Night Heron
Egretta caerulea
Little Blue Heron
Ixoreus naevius
Varied Thrush
Sturnus vulgaris
starling
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Passerculus sandwichensis
Savannah Sparrow
Eudocimus albus
White Ibis / American White Ibis
Croton punctatus
Beach-tea
Platalea ajaja
Roseate Spoonbill
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Brazoria County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Surfside Beach. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Surfside Beachwithin Brazoria County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.