Bandon
Ecosystem Overview
The Bandon ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 91 taxonomic genera. Located in coos county, oregon, 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 Coos Bay, Bandon hosts 37% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 15 coos county County natural areas, placing it in the 87th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Plantago coronopus
Buckhorn plantain
Ulex europaeus
common gorse
Cakile maritima
sea rocket
Fragaria chiloensis
beach strawberry
Angelica hendersonii
Tanacetum bipinnatum
dwarf tansy
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Trifolium wormskioldii
cow clover
Lupinus littoralis
seashore lupine
Calystegia soldanella
beach bindweed
Lathyrus japonicus
sea pea
Polycarpon tetraphyllum
four-leaved all-seed
Gaultheria shallon
shallal
Metacarcinus magister
Dungeness rock crab
Larus occidentalis
Western Gull
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Trifolium glomeratum
Clustered Clover
Morella californica
California bayberry
Erigeron glaucus
seaside daisy
Polystichum munitum
western sword fern
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Coos County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Bandon. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
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🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Bandonwithin Coos County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.