Hilo Cdp
Ecosystem Overview
The Hilo Cdp ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 84 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 #8 for species diversity among 39 hawaiʻi county County natural areas, placing it in the 79th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Thalassoma duperrey
Saddle-back wrasse
Acanthurus nigrofuscus
Blackspot Surgeonfish
Stegastes fasciolatus
Dark damsel
Ctenochaetus strigosus
Yellow-eyed Surgeonfish
Paracirrhites arcatus
Arc-eye Hawkfish
Gomphosus varius
Brown bird wrasse
Chromis vanderbilti
Vanderbilt's chromis
Parupeneus multifasciatus
Manybar Goatfish
Sicalis flaveola
Saffron Finch
Acanthurus olivaceus
Orangespot Surgeonfish
Chaetodon quadrimaculatus
Four-spot butterfly
Canthigaster jactator
White-spotted Puffer
Acanthurus leucopareius
Head-band Surgeonfish
Naso lituratus
Orangespine unicornfish
Sufflamen bursa
Halichoeres ornatissimus
Ornate Wrasse
Pilea microphylla
Rockweed
Miconia crenata
Branta sandvicensis
Hawaiian Goose
Geopelia striata
Zebra Dove
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Hawaiʻi County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Hilo Cdp. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Hilo Cdpwithin Hawaiʻi County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.