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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.
Eastern Cottontail
Gray Squirrel

Rugosa Rose
American Robin
American Crow

Canoe Cedar

Oceanspray
Dark-Eyed Junco

Cherry Laurel

Western Bumble Bee
Mapache
Tansy

Spurgelaurel

English Holly
Canyon Maple
Chicory

Flowering Currant

Conker-Tree

Evergreen Clematis
Helleborine
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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 80 documented wildlife species across 71 taxonomic genera. Located in Whatcom County, Washington, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 17 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Whatcom County, Bellingham hosts 7% more species diversity.