Bodega Bay
Ecosystem Overview
The Bodega Bay ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 93 taxonomic genera. Located in sonoma 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 #7 for species diversity among 41 sonoma county County natural areas, placing it in the 83th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Pisaster ochraceus
ochre stars
Katharina tunicata
Mytilus californianus
common mussel
Endocladia muricata
Limosa fedoa
Marbled Godwit
Pollicipes polymerus
Euphagus cyanocephalus
Brewer's blackbird
Larus occidentalis
Western Gull
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Pelecanus occidentalis
Brown Pelican (Southern)
Erigeron glaucus
seaside daisy
Cladophora columbiana
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Abronia latifolia
yellow sand-verbena
Lupinus arboreus
Yellow bush lupine
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Zonotrichia leucophrys
white-crowned sparrow
Heracleum maximum
American Cow Parsnip
Eschscholzia californica
California poppy
Eriogonum latifolium
seaside wild buckwheat
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Sonoma County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Bodega Bay. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Bodega Baywithin Sonoma County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.