South Padre Island
Ecosystem Overview
The South Padre Island ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 79 taxonomic genera. Located in cameron 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. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 20 cameron 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 100 total documented species.
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Egretta tricolor
Tricolor Heron
Anas fulvigula
Mottled Duck
Leucophaeus atricilla
Laughing Gull
Eudocimus albus
White Ibis / American White Ibis
Butorides virescens
green heron
Anolis sagrei
Mayan Coastal Anole [Mayensis]
Quiscalus mexicanus
Great-tailed Grackle
Icterus galbula
baltimore oriole
Egretta rufescens
Reddish Egret
Dendrocygna autumnalis
Tree Duck
Fulica americana
American Coot
Platalea ajaja
Roseate Spoonbill
Ascia monuste
Great Southern White
Pheucticus ludovicianus
Rose-breasted Grosbeak
Alligator mississippiensis
Louisiana alligator.
Passerina cyanea
Indigo Bunting
Pelecanus occidentalis
Brown Pelican (Southern)
Tringa semipalmata
Willet
Pitangus sulphuratus
Great Kiskadee
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Cameron County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near South Padre Island. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement South Padre Islandwithin Cameron County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.