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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 78 total documented species.
Ochre Stars

Salmonberry
Tansy

Fuzzy-Horned Bumble Bee
Great Blue Heron

Yellow Shore Crab
Bald Eagle
White-Crowned Sparrow
American Crow

Yellow Bumblebee

Yellow Head Bumble Bee

Osoberry
Common Loon

Pacific Crab

Rugosa Rose

Purple Shore Crab

Oceanspray

Gray Squirrel
White-Winged Scoter
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Whatcom County County, Washington
These comparisons are based on documented wildlife observations from citizen science data. Locations with higher species counts may have more observation activity, different habitat types, or larger coverage areas. Regional rankings help identify biodiversity hotspots and unique natural areas within Whatcom County County.
The Cherry Point Aquatic Reserve ecosystem supports 78 documented wildlife species across 71 taxonomic genera. Located in Whatcom County, Washington, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 16 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Whatcom County, Cherry Point Aquatic Reserve hosts 4% more species diversity.