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Fish Pass

Ecosystem Overview

The Fish Pass ecosystem supports 12 documented wildlife species across 8 taxonomic genera. Located in nueces county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Water Exchange Pass nearby has 33% more documented species, Fish Pass offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 8 nueces county County natural areas, placing it in the 38th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

12
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
8
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
7
Common Species
Frequently observed species
5
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#5
Regional Rank
Out of 8 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common3 species
Common4 species
Occasional3 species
Rare2 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#5 of 8 locations
38th percentile for diversity
vs. Water Exchange Pass
-33% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 12 total documented species.

Calidris alba

Calidris alba

sanderling

Very Common3 obs.
Tringa semipalmata

Tringa semipalmata

Willet

Very Common3 obs.
Platalea ajaja

Platalea ajaja

Roseate Spoonbill

Very Common2 obs.
Egretta tricolor

Egretta tricolor

Tricolor Heron

Very Common2 obs.
Calidris alpina

Calidris alpina

dunlin

Very Common2 obs.
Callinectes sapidus

Callinectes sapidus

blue swimming crab

Common1 obs.
Egretta rufescens

Egretta rufescens

Reddish Egret

Common1 obs.
Egretta caerulea

Egretta caerulea

Little Blue Heron

Common1 obs.
Calidris minutilla

Calidris minutilla

least sandpiper

Common1 obs.
Cyprinodon variegatus

Cyprinodon variegatus

Sheepshead Pupfish

Common1 obs.
Fundulus grandis

Fundulus grandis

Gulf killifish

Common1 obs.
Ardea alba

Ardea alba

Great Egret

Occasional1 obs.

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Regional Wildlife Network

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