Brookings
Ecosystem Overview
The Brookings ecosystem supports 28 documented wildlife species across 27 taxonomic genera. Located in curry county, oregon, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 6 frequently observed species and 5 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Curry County nearby has 72% more documented species, Brookings offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 4 curry county County natural areas, placing it in the 25th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 28 total documented species.
Pollicipes polymerus
Anthopleura xanthogrammica
giant green sea anemone
Cakile maritima
sea rocket
Verbascum thapsus
Aaron'S-Rod
Picea sitchensis
Sitka Spruce
Sympetrum corruptum
Variegated Meadowhawk
Semibalanus cariosus
Emerita analoga
Haematopus bachmani
Black Oystercatcher
Larus glaucescens
Glaucous-winged Gull
Uria aalge
atlantic murre
Poecile rufescens
Chestnut-backed Chickadee
Marah oregana
Oregon bigroot
Gaultheria shallon
shallal
Sambucus racemosa
red-berried elder
Cirsium vulgare
spear thistle
Achillea millefolium
yarrow, milfoil
Erigeron glaucus
seaside daisy
Morella californica
California bayberry
Oenothera wolfii
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Curry County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Brookings. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Brookingswithin Curry County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.