San Nicolas Island
Ecosystem Overview
The San Nicolas Island ecosystem supports 83 documented wildlife species across 78 taxonomic genera. Located in ventura county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 17 frequently observed species and 16 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Oxnard nearby has 17% more documented species, San Nicolas Island offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #8 for species diversity among 21 ventura county County natural areas, placing it in the 62th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 83 total documented species.
Crassula connata
sand pygmyweed
Mirounga angustirostris
Northern Elephant Seal
Isocoma menziesii
Dipterostemon capitatus
Niebla cephalota
Rumina decollata
decollate snail
Castilleja densiflora
dense-flower Indian paintbrush
Ambrosia chamissonis
beachbur
Sanicula arguta
Coccinella californica
Battarrea phalloides
Sandy Stiltball
Targionia hypophylla
Orobus-seed Liverwort
Mesembryanthemum nodiflorum
Slenderleaf iceplant
Dictyocephalos attenuatus
Lasthenia gracilis
needle goldfields
Baccharis pilularis
coyotebrush
Artemisia californica
California sagebrush
Achillea millefolium
yarrow, milfoil
Mesembryanthemum crystallinum
common iceplant
Zalophus californianus
California Sealion
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Ventura County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near San Nicolas Island. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (4 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement San Nicolas Islandwithin Ventura County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.