Galveston
Ecosystem Overview
The Galveston ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 89 taxonomic genera. Located in galveston 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 #1 for species diversity among 9 galveston county County natural areas, placing it in the 89th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Leucophaeus atricilla
Laughing Gull
Pelecanus occidentalis
Brown Pelican (Southern)
Quiscalus mexicanus
Great-tailed Grackle
Mimus polyglottos
Northern Mockingbird
Eudocimus albus
White Ibis / American White Ibis
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Tringa semipalmata
Willet
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Anadara brasiliana
Calidris alba
sanderling
Dendrocygna autumnalis
Tree Duck
Lunarca ovalis
Blood Ark
Sinistrofulgur pulleyi
Platalea ajaja
Roseate Spoonbill
Crassostrea virginica
American oyster
Gaillardia pulchella
firewheel
Raeta plicatella
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Nyctanassa violacea
Yellow-Crowned Night Heron
Anas fulvigula
Mottled Duck
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Galveston County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Galveston. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Galvestonwithin Galveston County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.