Magic Island
Ecosystem Overview
The Magic Island ecosystem supports 12 documented wildlife species across 12 taxonomic genera. Located in sitka, alaska, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Sitka nearby has 88% more documented species, Magic Island offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 8 sitka County natural areas, placing it in the 75th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 12 total documented species.
Oedignathus inermis
Mytilus trossulus
northern bay mussel
Mopalia spectabilis
Pista elongata
Kaburakia excelsa
Draba grandis
Heteropora pacifica
Onchidoris bilamellata
barnacle-eating onchidoris
Cochlearia groenlandica
Greenland scurvygrass
Tephromela atra
Margarites helicinus
Dodecaceria pacifica
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Sitka
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Magic Islandwithin Sitka's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.