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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 77 total documented species.

Yellow Head Bumble Bee

Sitka Bumble Bee
Mountain Hemlock

Lovley Fir
Wood-Lily
Black Tail Bumble Bee

Red Mountain Heather
Devil'S Club
Western Sword-Fern
Subalpine Spiraea

Tolmie'S Saxifrage

Alpine Fur

Cascade Azalea
Itchweed
Fireweed

Lewis' Monkeyflower
Five-Finger Fern

Queen'S Cup

Sitka Mountain-Ash
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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 Mount Baker National Recreation Area ecosystem supports 77 documented wildlife species across 62 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, Mount Baker National Recreation Area hosts 3% more species diversity.