Locations in Galveston County, Texas
Species in Galveston County
Common Species in Galveston County
Showing 15 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Leucophaeus atricilla
Laughing Gull
Pelecanus occidentalis
Brown Pelican (Southern)
Tringa semipalmata
Willet
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Quiscalus mexicanus
Great-tailed Grackle
Platalea ajaja
Roseate Spoonbill
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Egretta tricolor
Tricolor Heron
Calidris alba
sanderling
Thalasseus maximus
Royal Tern
Eudocimus albus
White Ibis / American White Ibis
Mimus polyglottos
Northern Mockingbird
Arenaria interpres
ruddy turnstone
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Nyctanassa violacea
Yellow-Crowned Night Heron
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Natural Areas & Wildlife Locations in Galveston County
Explore 15 documented locations in Galveston County, Texas. Each area offers unique wildlife viewing opportunities with varying biodiversity levels.
🌿 High Biodiversity Hotspots (2 locations)
🦅 Wildlife Viewing Areas (3 locations)
🌱 Emerging & Specialized Areas (4 locations)
📍 Additional Locations (6 locations)
About Wildlife Data
Species counts represent documented wildlife observations from citizen science contributions. Higher counts often indicate areas with diverse habitats, active monitoring, or significant ecological importance. Each location offers unique opportunities to connect with Galveston County's natural heritage.