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Locations in Honolulu County, Hawaii

Species in Honolulu County

Common Species in Honolulu County

Showing 15 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.

Thalassoma duperrey

Thalassoma duperrey

Saddle-back wrasse

Very Common5,842 obs.
Parupeneus multifasciatus

Parupeneus multifasciatus

Manybar Goatfish

Very Common2,104 obs.
Ctenochaetus strigosus

Ctenochaetus strigosus

Yellow-eyed Surgeonfish

Very Common1,822 obs.
Acanthurus nigrofuscus

Acanthurus nigrofuscus

Blackspot Surgeonfish

Very Common1,751 obs.
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Stegastes fasciolatus

Dark damsel

Common1,667 obs.
Stethojulis balteata

Stethojulis balteata

Green wrasse

Common1,666 obs.
Bodianus albotaeniatus

Bodianus albotaeniatus

Hawaiian Hogfish

Common1,528 obs.
Centropyge potteri

Centropyge potteri

Potter's Pygmy Angelfish

Common1,503 obs.
Coris venusta

Coris venusta

Elegant coris

Occasional1,482 obs.
Acanthurus triostegus

Acanthurus triostegus

Convict surgeonfish

Occasional1,440 obs.
Chlorurus spilurus

Chlorurus spilurus

Bullethead Parrotfish

Occasional1,421 obs.
Acanthurus nigroris

Acanthurus nigroris

Bluelined Surgeonfish

Occasional1,378 obs.
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Chromis vanderbilti

Vanderbilt's chromis

Occasional1,377 obs.
Chlorurus perspicillatus

Chlorurus perspicillatus

Spectacled parrotfish

Rare1,357 obs.
Paracirrhites arcatus

Paracirrhites arcatus

Arc-eye Hawkfish

Rare1,308 obs.

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Natural Areas & Wildlife Locations in Honolulu County

Explore 48 documented locations in Honolulu County, Hawaii. Each area offers unique wildlife viewing opportunities with varying biodiversity levels.

🌿 High Biodiversity Hotspots (4 locations)

Honolulu

A significant biodiversity area with 100 documented species. This location offers excellent wildlife viewing across multiple habitat types and seasons.

100
species

Oahu

A significant biodiversity area with 100 documented species. This location offers excellent wildlife viewing across multiple habitat types and seasons.

100
species

Honolulu County

A significant biodiversity area with 100 documented species. This location offers excellent wildlife viewing across multiple habitat types and seasons.

100
species

Ahuimanu

Near Oahu

A significant biodiversity area with 100 documented species. This location offers excellent wildlife viewing across multiple habitat types and seasons.

100
species

🦅 Wildlife Viewing Areas (4 locations)

Hauula

A productive wildlife area hosting 81 documented species. Great for nature enthusiasts seeking diverse wildlife experiences.

81
species

Maunawili

Near Oahu

A productive wildlife area hosting 78 documented species. Great for nature enthusiasts seeking diverse wildlife experiences.

78
species

Heeia

A productive wildlife area hosting 55 documented species. Great for nature enthusiasts seeking diverse wildlife experiences.

55
species

Quarry Pond

A productive wildlife area hosting 20 documented species. Great for nature enthusiasts seeking focused wildlife experiences.

20
species

🌱 Emerging & Specialized Areas (12 locations)

Punaluu

A specialized habitat with 14 documented species. Perfect for targeted wildlife observation and unique ecosystem exploration.

14
species

Pearl Harbor

A specialized habitat with 12 documented species. Perfect for targeted wildlife observation and unique ecosystem exploration.

12
species

Ala Wai Canal

A specialized habitat with 12 documented species. Perfect for targeted wildlife observation and unique ecosystem exploration.

12
species

Heʻeia Fishpond

An emerging wildlife area with 4 species documented. Ideal for discovering less-visited natural spaces.

4
species

Ka'ili'ili Bay

Near Honolulu

An emerging wildlife area with 4 species documented. Ideal for discovering less-visited natural spaces.

4
species

Paiko Lagoon Wildlife Sanctuary

An emerging wildlife area with 3 species documented. Ideal for discovering less-visited natural spaces.

3
species

Mokuleia, Waialua

Near Oahu

An emerging wildlife area with 3 species documented. Ideal for discovering less-visited natural spaces.

3
species

Kaloko Inlet

An emerging wildlife area with 2 species documented. Ideal for discovering less-visited natural spaces.

2
species

Magic Island Lagoon

An emerging wildlife area with 2 species documented. Ideal for discovering less-visited natural spaces.

2
species

Keʻehi Lagoon

An emerging wildlife area with 1 species documented. Ideal for discovering less-visited natural spaces.

1
species

Kohola Lagoon

An emerging wildlife area with 1 species documented. Ideal for discovering less-visited natural spaces.

1
species

Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon

An emerging wildlife area with 1 species documented. Ideal for discovering less-visited natural spaces.

1
species

📍 Additional Locations (28 locations)

Necker Island

Explore for wildlife potential

Aiea Bay

Explore for wildlife potential

Alapena Pool

Explore for wildlife potential

Baskerville Spring

Explore for wildlife potential

Da Flowrider

Explore for wildlife potential

Fishpond

Explore for wildlife potential

Honu Lagoon

Explore for wildlife potential

Huilua Fishpond

Explore for wildlife potential

Kahalu'u Pond

Explore for wildlife potential

Kaho'ohaihai Inlet

Explore for wildlife potential

Kānewai Fishpond

Explore for wildlife potential

Kānewai Spring

Explore for wildlife potential

Kapena Pool

Explore for wildlife potential

Loko Ea Fishpond

Explore for wildlife potential

Naia Lagoon

Explore for wildlife potential

The Lily Pond

Explore for wildlife potential

Ulua Lagoon

Explore for wildlife potential

Wahiawa Reservoir

Explore for wildlife potential

Cutter's Island

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Laysan

Explore for wildlife potential

Lisianski

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Maro Reef

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Nihoa

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Kapolei Knolls

Near Oahu
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Kumulani

Near Oahu
Explore for wildlife potential

Loko Waimaluhia

Near Oahu
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Mokulē‘ia Beach Colony Condominium

Near Oahu
Explore for wildlife potential

Mōliʻi Pond

Explore for wildlife potential

About Wildlife Data

Species counts represent documented wildlife observations from citizen science contributions. Higher counts often indicate areas with diverse habitats, active monitoring, or significant ecological importance. Each location offers unique opportunities to connect with Honolulu County's natural heritage.

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