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James Island

Ecosystem Overview

The James Island ecosystem supports 11 documented wildlife species across 11 taxonomic genera. Located in san juan county, washington, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While San Juan County nearby has 89% more documented species, James Island offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #9 for species diversity among 18 san juan county County natural areas, placing it in the 50th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

11
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
11
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
6
Common Species
Frequently observed species
5
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#9
Regional Rank
Out of 18 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common3 species
Common3 species
Occasional3 species
Rare2 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#9 of 18 locations
50th percentile for diversity
vs. San Juan County
-89% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 11 total documented species.

Zonotrichia leucophrys

Zonotrichia leucophrys

white-crowned sparrow

Very Common4 obs.
Cirsium vulgare

Cirsium vulgare

spear thistle

Very Common2 obs.
Turdus migratorius

Turdus migratorius

American Robin

Very Common2 obs.
Thamnophis ordinoides

Thamnophis ordinoides

Northwestern Garter Snake

Very Common1 obs.
Megaceryle alcyon

Megaceryle alcyon

Belted Kingfisher

Very Common1 obs.
Thryomanes bewickii

Thryomanes bewickii

Bewick'S Wren (Spilurus Group)

Common1 obs.
Toxicoscordion venenosum

Toxicoscordion venenosum

grassy death camas

Common1 obs.
Brodiaea coronaria

Brodiaea coronaria

Common1 obs.
Contopus cooperi

Contopus cooperi

Olive-side Flycatcher

Common1 obs.
Troglodytes aedon

Troglodytes aedon

House Wren

Common1 obs.
Pteridium aquilinum

Pteridium aquilinum

bracken

Common1 obs.

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Regional Wildlife Network

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