Lanai
Ecosystem Overview
The Lanai ecosystem supports 93 documented wildlife species across 87 taxonomic genera. Located in maui county, hawaii, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 19 frequently observed species and 18 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Maui nearby has 7% more documented species, Lanai offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #12 for species diversity among 27 maui county County natural areas, placing it in the 56th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 93 total documented species.
Coccinia grandis
ivy gourd
Calyptocarpus vialis
straggler daisy
Phlebodium aureum
Rabbit-Foot Fern
Indigofera spicata
creeping indigo
Leptecophylla tameiameiae
Youngia japonica
Oriental false hawksbeard
Cenchrus ciliaris
Buffelgrass
Pluvialis fulva
pacific golden plover
Blechnum appendiculatum
palm fern
Senecio madagascariensis
Madagascar ragwort
Melinis repens
Rose natal grass
Chloris barbata
Swollen fingergrass
Zosterops japonicus
Japanese white-eye
Waltheria indica
velvetleaf
Jacquemontia sandwicensis
Hierodula patellifera
Grevillea robusta
Silkoak
Pantala flavescens
Globe Wanderer
Orthemis ferruginea
Roseate Skimmer
Polistes aurifer
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Maui County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lanai. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lanaiwithin Maui County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.