Quilcene
Ecosystem Overview
The Quilcene ecosystem supports 5 documented wildlife species across 5 taxonomic genera. Located in jefferson county, washington, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 0 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Port Townsend nearby has 95% more documented species, Quilcene offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #10 for species diversity among 12 jefferson county County natural areas, placing it in the 17th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 5 total documented species.
Ixoreus naevius
Varied Thrush
Bombus melanopygus
Black Tail Bumble Bee
Merodon equestris
Hover fly
Hemigrapsus oregonensis
yellow shore crab
Oncorhynchus keta
chum salmon
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Jefferson County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Quilcenewithin Jefferson County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.