McKinleyville
Ecosystem Overview
The McKinleyville ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 91 taxonomic genera. Located in humboldt county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 25 humboldt county County natural areas, placing it in the 96th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Xylaria hypoxylon
Candle-Snuff Fungus
Phoca vitulina
common seal, harbour seal
Maianthemum dilatatum
deerberry
Picea sitchensis
Sitka Spruce
Bombycilla cedrorum
cedar waxwing
Ribes sanguineum
Flowering Currant
Lupinus arboreus
Yellow bush lupine
Tyto furcata
American Barn Owl
Ariolimax columbianus
Pacific banana slug
Dacrymyces chrysospermus
Orange Jelly Spot
Mareca americana
American Wigeon
Patagioenas fasciata
Band-tailed Pigeon
Tilachlidium brachiatum
Roridomyces roridus
Phaeolus schweinitzii
Dyer's Mazegill
Clitopilus prunulus
Miller
Ampulloclitocybe clavipes
Club Foot
Hypomyces lactifluorum
Poecile rufescens
Chestnut-backed Chickadee
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Humboldt County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near McKinleyville. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement McKinleyvillewithin Humboldt County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.