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Compared to 8 nearby locations in North Slope 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 North Slope Borough County.
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 38 total documented species.
Snow Bunting

Glaucous Gull

Ice Grass

Sea Purslane

Marsh Fleawort

Arctic Willow
Coho Salmon

Polar Campion

Arctic Butterbur
Pintail

Sandlance

Baltic Macoma

Danish Scurvygrass

Jar Seal


Lemming Brun

Cushy


Pacific Herring
Oldsquaw
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The Utqiaġvik ecosystem supports 38 documented wildlife species across 36 taxonomic genera. Located in North Slope Borough, Alaska, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 7 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While North Slope Borough nearby has 52% more documented species, Utqiaġvik offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #11 for species diversity among 100 North Slope Borough County natural areas, placing it in the 89th percentile for biodiversity.