Swimming Area
Ecosystem Overview
The Swimming Area ecosystem supports 15 documented wildlife species across 14 taxonomic genera. Located in nueces county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Corpus Christi Pass, Swimming Area hosts 0% more species diversity. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 8 nueces county County natural areas, placing it in the 63th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 15 total documented species.
Calidris alba
sanderling
Ocypode quadrata
Atlantic ghost crab
Thalasseus maximus
Royal Tern
Tringa semipalmata
Willet
Mellita quinquiesperforata
Sand dollar
Atrina rigida
stiff penshell
Dinocardium robustum
Atlantic giant cockle
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Thalasseus sandvicensis
Sandwich Tern
Arenaria interpres
ruddy turnstone
Larus smithsonianus
American Herring Gull
Sternula antillarum
Least Tern
Leucophaeus atricilla
Laughing Gull
Semicassis granulata
scotch bonnet
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Nueces County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Swimming Area. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Swimming Areawithin Nueces County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.