Orcas Island
Ecosystem Overview
The Orcas Island ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 92 taxonomic genera. Located in san juan 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 #5 for species diversity among 18 san juan county County natural areas, placing it in the 72th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Quercus garryana
Oregon White Oak
Malacosoma californica
Pipilo maculatus
Spotted Towhee (Maculatus Group)
Triteleia hyacinthina
fool's-onion
Polystichum munitum
western sword fern
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Poecile rufescens
Chestnut-backed Chickadee
Tamiasciurus douglasii
Douglas's Squirrel
Goodyera oblongifolia
western rattlesnake-plantain
Sedum spathulifolium
Colorado Stonecrop
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Selasphorus rufus
Rufous/Allen'S Hummingbird
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Meleagris gallopavo
Turkey
Larus brachyrhynchus
Short-billed Gull
Bombus vosnesenskii
Vosnesensky bumble bee
Ariolimax columbianus
Pacific banana slug
Campaea perlata
Pale Beauty Moth
Lophocampa argentata
Noctua pronuba
large yellow underwing
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in San Juan County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Orcas Island. 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 Orcas Islandwithin San Juan County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.