Langley
Ecosystem Overview
The Langley ecosystem supports 21 documented wildlife species across 20 taxonomic genera. Located in island county, washington, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Oak Harbor, Langley hosts 425% more species diversity. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 10 island county County natural areas, placing it in the 40th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 21 total documented species.
Sphyrapicus ruber
Red-breasted Sapsucker
Pseudotsuga menziesii
Oregon Pine
Equisetum telmateia
Great Horsetail
Gaultheria shallon
shallal
Geranium robertianum
herb-robert
Holodiscus discolor
hillside oceanspray
Prunus lusitanica
Portugal Laurel
Euphorbia peplus
petty spurge
Cirsium arvense
Creeping Thistle
Lapsana communis
Nipplewort
Buddleja davidii
Butterfly bush
Acer macrophyllum
Big-Leaf Maple
Papaver cambricum
Entomobrya nicoleti
Digitalis purpurea
foxglove
Circinaria contorta
Hordeum murinum
wall barley
Cymbalaria muralis
Kenilworth ivy
Plantago lanceolata
ribwort plantain
Aceria genistae
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Island County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Langley. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Langleywithin Island County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.