Bainbridge Island
Ecosystem Overview
The Bainbridge Island ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 91 taxonomic genera. Located in kitsap 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. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 14 kitsap county County natural areas, placing it in the 86th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Ambystoma macrodactylum
Long-toed Salamander
Ambystoma gracile
Northwestern Salamander
Pseudacris regilla
Pacific chorus frog
Taricha granulosa
Rough-skinned Newt
Hermissenda crassicornis
hermissenda
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Mareca americana
American Wigeon
Gaultheria shallon
shallal
Rana aurora
Red-legged frog
Ariolimax columbianus
Pacific banana slug
Arion ater
European black slug
Polystichum munitum
western sword fern
Fomitopsis mounceae
Rubus spectabilis
Salmonberry
Thuja plicata
giant arborvitae
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Bombycilla cedrorum
cedar waxwing
Strix varia
barred owl
Acanthodoris nanaimoensis
Cancer productus
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Kitsap County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Bainbridge Island. 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 Bainbridge Islandwithin Kitsap County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.