Hōnaunau Bay
Ecosystem Overview
The Hōnaunau Bay ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 63 taxonomic genera. Located in hawaiʻi county, hawaii, 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 #4 for species diversity among 39 hawaiʻi county County natural areas, placing it in the 90th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Zebrasoma flavescens
yellow tang
Ctenochaetus strigosus
Yellow-eyed Surgeonfish
Thalassoma duperrey
Saddle-back wrasse
Acanthurus nigrofuscus
Blackspot Surgeonfish
Chlorurus spilurus
Bullethead Parrotfish
Melichthys niger
Black Triggerfish
Gomphosus varius
Brown bird wrasse
Chromis agilis
Agile chromis
Naso lituratus
Orangespine unicornfish
Acanthurus olivaceus
Orangespot Surgeonfish
Stethojulis balteata
Green wrasse
Chaetodon multicinctus
Multiband butterflyfish
Aulostomus chinensis
Trumpet
Chaetodon quadrimaculatus
Four-spot butterfly
Chaetodon ornatissimus
Ornate butterflyfish
Paracirrhites arcatus
Arc-eye Hawkfish
Sufflamen bursa
Centropyge potteri
Potter's Pygmy Angelfish
Forcipiger flavissimus
Longnose butterflyfish
Halichoeres ornatissimus
Ornate Wrasse
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Hawaiʻi County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Hōnaunau Bay. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (4 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Hōnaunau Baywithin Hawaiʻi County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.