Port Hueneme
Ecosystem Overview
The Port Hueneme ecosystem supports 27 documented wildlife species across 27 taxonomic genera. Located in ventura county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 6 frequently observed species and 5 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Oxnard nearby has 73% more documented species, Port Hueneme offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #12 for species diversity among 21 ventura county County natural areas, placing it in the 43th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 27 total documented species.
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Tyrannus melancholicus
Tropical Kingbird
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Nycticorax nycticorax
night heron, black-crowned night heron
Gibbonsia elegans
Spotted Kelpfish
Butorides virescens
green heron
Citharichthys stigmaeus
Speckled Sanddab
Charadrius semipalmatus
Semipalmated Plover
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Mniotilta varia
Black-and-white Warbler
Polycarpon tetraphyllum
four-leaved all-seed
Urospermum picroides
False hawkbit
Poecilia latipinna
Sailfin molly
Icterus cucullatus
Hooded oriole
Hylephila phyleus
Fiery Skipper
Thalasseus maximus
Royal Tern
Tringa semipalmata
Willet
Leucophaeus pipixcan
Franklin's Gull
Metacarcinus gracilis
Setophaga petechia
Yellow Warbler
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Ventura County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Port Hueneme. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (4 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Port Huenemewithin Ventura County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.