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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 63 total documented species.
Ochre Stars

Canoe Cedar
Eastern Cottontail

Pacific Hemlock
Red Fir

Shallon
Gray Squirrel

Oceanspray
Western Sword-Fern
American Robin

English Holly

Red Bilberry
Canyon Maple

Rugosa Rose

Salmonberry
American Crow
Dark-Eyed Junco
Vosnesensky Bumble Bee

Yellow Head Bumble Bee
Herb Robert
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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 Bellingham ecosystem supports 63 documented wildlife species across 56 taxonomic genera. Located in Whatcom County, Washington, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 13 frequently observed species and 12 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Whatcom County nearby has 16% more documented species, Bellingham offers unique wildlife observation opportunities.