Whidbey Island
Ecosystem Overview
The Whidbey Island ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 93 taxonomic genera. Located in island county, washington, 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 Oak Harbor, Whidbey Island hosts 2400% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 10 island county County natural areas, placing it in the 80th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Gaultheria shallon
shallal
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Arbutus menziesii
Pacific madrone
Tsuga heterophylla
western hemlock
Vaccinium ovatum
shot huckleberry
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Rubus spectabilis
Salmonberry
Mareca americana
American Wigeon
Chilenocaecilius ornatipennis
Polystichum munitum
western sword fern
Sedum spathulifolium
Colorado Stonecrop
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Arctostaphylos uva-ursi
bearberry
Pseudotsuga menziesii
Oregon Pine
Vaccinium parvifolium
red-huckleberry
Lophodytes cucullatus
Hooded Merganser
Holodiscus discolor
hillside oceanspray
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Anas acuta
pintail, northern pintail
Tamiasciurus douglasii
Douglas's Squirrel
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Island County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Whidbey Island. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Whidbey Islandwithin Island County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.