Locations in Nueces County, Texas
Species in Nueces County
Common Species in Nueces County
Showing 15 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Leucophaeus atricilla
Laughing Gull
Pelecanus occidentalis
Brown Pelican (Southern)
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Quiscalus mexicanus
Great-tailed Grackle
Tringa semipalmata
Willet
Eudocimus albus
White Ibis / American White Ibis
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Himantopus mexicanus
Black-necked Stilt
Egretta tricolor
Tricolor Heron
Calidris alba
sanderling
Spatula clypeata
Northern Shoveler
Spatula discors
Blue-winged Teal
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
American White Pelican
Anas crecca
teal, common teal
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Natural Areas & Wildlife Locations in Nueces County
Explore 13 documented locations in Nueces County, Texas. Each area offers unique wildlife viewing opportunities with varying biodiversity levels.
🌿 High Biodiversity Hotspots (1 locations)
🌱 Emerging & Specialized Areas (7 locations)
📍 Additional Locations (5 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 Nueces County's natural heritage.