Friday Harbor
Ecosystem Overview
The Friday Harbor ecosystem supports 56 documented wildlife species across 55 taxonomic genera. Located in san juan county, washington, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 12 frequently observed species and 11 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While San Juan County nearby has 44% more documented species, Friday Harbor offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #7 for species diversity among 18 san juan county County natural areas, placing it in the 61th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 56 total documented species.
Tonicella lineata
lined chiton
Sedum album
White Stonecrop
Cymbalaria muralis
Kenilworth ivy
Hesperis matronalis
Dames rocket
Cornu aspersum
Brown garden snail
Lathyrus latifolius
Perennial pea
Limenitis lorquini
Lorquin'S Admiral
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Vinca major
Bigleaf periwinkle
Ribes sanguineum
Flowering Currant
Pentaglottis sempervirens
green alkanet
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Lonicera ciliosa
Cichorium intybus
chicory
Rubus parviflorus
Lottia persona
Lamium purpureum
Purple deadnettle
Amelanchier alnifolia
Balanus glandula
Bombus mixtus
Fuzzy-horned Bumble Bee
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in San Juan County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Friday Harbor. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Friday Harborwithin San Juan County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.