Kapaa
Ecosystem Overview
The Kapaa ecosystem supports 65 documented wildlife species across 63 taxonomic genera. Located in kauai county, hawaii, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 14 frequently observed species and 12 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Kauai nearby has 35% more documented species, Kapaa offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 23 kauai county County natural areas, placing it in the 78th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 65 total documented species.
Coccinia grandis
ivy gourd
Eleutherodactylus coqui
Coqui frog
Epipremnum aureum
devil's-ivy
Monetaria caputophidii
snake's head cowry
Dicranopteris linearis
Arundo donax
Giant reed
Grapsus tenuicrustatus
Natal lightfoot crab
Psidium guajava
Guava
Rhinella marina
Cane Toad
Anolis sagrei
Mayan Coastal Anole [Mayensis]
Arundina graminifolia
Acridotheres tristis
Common myna
Ischnura ramburii
Rambur's Forktail
Scaevola taccada
beach naupaka
Lissachatina fulica
Giant African Snail
Zosterops japonicus
Japanese white-eye
Phelsuma laticauda
Gold dust day gecko
Miconia crenata
Thelacantha brevispina
Episimus unguiculus
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Kauai County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Kapaa. 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 Kapaawithin Kauai County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.