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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 58 total documented species.

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Salmonberry

Pink Salmon
Ochre Stars

Red Bilberry

American Dipper
Western Sword-Fern
Red Elderberry
Bald Eagle


Sitka Bumble Bee
Bunchberry

Mountain Bluet
Black Tail Bumble Bee

Rowan

Douglas' Aster

Wild Strawberry

Kelp Pipefish
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Ketchikan Gateway Borough County, Alaska
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 Ketchikan Gateway Borough County.
The Ketchikan ecosystem supports 58 documented wildlife species across 56 taxonomic genera. Located in Ketchikan Gateway Borough, Alaska, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 12 frequently observed species and 11 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Ketchikan Gateway Borough nearby has 25% more documented species, Ketchikan offers unique wildlife observation opportunities.