Kauai
Ecosystem Overview
The Kauai ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 95 taxonomic genera. Located in kauai 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. Compared to nearby Niihau, Kauai hosts 178% more species diversity. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 23 kauai county County natural areas, placing it in the 96th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Prosopis juliflora
Mesquite
Miconia calvescens
Purple plague
Coccinia grandis
ivy gourd
Typha latifolia
bulrush
Anolis sagrei
Mayan Coastal Anole [Mayensis]
Branta sandvicensis
Hawaiian Goose
Paroaria coronata
Red-crested Cardinal
Arundo donax
Giant reed
Calotropis gigantea
Crown flower
Copsychus malabaricus
White-rumped shama
Rhinella marina
Cane Toad
Lissachatina fulica
Giant African Snail
Geopelia striata
Zebra Dove
Sula sula
Red-footed Booby
Argiope appensa
Piper auritum
Vera Cruz pepper
Phelsuma laticauda
Gold dust day gecko
Metrosideros polymorpha
Leucaena leucocephala
White leadtree
Thelacantha brevispina
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Kauai County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Kauai. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
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🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Kauaiwithin Kauai County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.