Hanamaulu
Ecosystem Overview
The Hanamaulu ecosystem supports 26 documented wildlife species across 20 taxonomic genera. Located in kauai county, hawaii, 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 Kauai nearby has 74% more documented species, Hanamaulu offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #12 for species diversity among 23 kauai county County natural areas, placing it in the 48th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 26 total documented species.
Arundo donax
Giant reed
Thalassoma duperrey
Saddle-back wrasse
Coris venusta
Elegant coris
Stethojulis balteata
Green wrasse
Acanthurus nigrofuscus
Blackspot Surgeonfish
Acanthurus olivaceus
Orangespot Surgeonfish
Parupeneus multifasciatus
Manybar Goatfish
Acanthurus triostegus
Convict surgeonfish
Canthigaster jactator
White-spotted Puffer
Chromis vanderbilti
Vanderbilt's chromis
Plectroglyphidodon imparipennis
Brighteye damsel
Rhinecanthus rectangulus
Chaetodon quadrimaculatus
Four-spot butterfly
Parupeneus pleurostigma
Sidespot goatfish
Plectroglyphidodon johnstonianus
Johnston Island damsel
Acanthurus leucopareius
Head-band Surgeonfish
Cirrhitops fasciatus
Ringed Hawkfish
Macropharyngodon geoffroy
Geoffroy's wrasse
Pseudocheilinus octotaenia
Eight-lined wrasse
Oxycheilinus bimaculatus
Little maori wrasse
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Kauai County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Hanamaulu. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Hanamauluwithin Kauai County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.