Wailua
Ecosystem Overview
The Wailua ecosystem supports 49 documented wildlife species across 48 taxonomic genera. Located in kauai county, hawaii, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 10 frequently observed species and 9 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Kauai nearby has 51% more documented species, Wailua offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #8 for species diversity among 23 kauai county County natural areas, placing it in the 65th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 49 total documented species.
Lissachatina fulica
Giant African Snail
Anolis sagrei
Mayan Coastal Anole [Mayensis]
Paroaria coronata
Red-crested Cardinal
Copsychus malabaricus
White-rumped shama
Rhinella marina
Cane Toad
Geopelia striata
Zebra Dove
Arundo donax
Giant reed
Pluvialis fulva
pacific golden plover
Ocypode ceratophthalmus
horned ghost crab
Acridotheres tristis
Common myna
Hemidactylus frenatus
Common House Gecko
Nerita picea
Abudefduf sordidus
Blackspot Sergeant Major
Physalia physalis
Portuguese man-of-war
Lepidodactylus lugubris
Morning gecko
Colobocentrotus atratus
Piper auritum
Vera Cruz pepper
Lonchura atricapilla
Chestnut Munia
Sula sula
Red-footed Booby
Grapsus tenuicrustatus
Natal lightfoot crab
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Kauai County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Wailua. 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 Wailuawithin Kauai County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.