Bay View
Ecosystem Overview
The Bay View ecosystem supports 38 documented wildlife species across 36 taxonomic genera. Located in skagit county, washington, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 7 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Anacortes nearby has 62% more documented species, Bay View offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 25 skagit county County natural areas, placing it in the 84th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 38 total documented species.
Holcus lanatus
yorkshire-fog
Rosa nutkana
Nootka rose
Batillaria attramentaria
Japanese false cerith
Anthoxanthum odoratum
sweet vernal-grass
Brassica rapa
Wild Mustard
Symphoricarpos albus
Vicia villosa
fodder vetch
Tamiasciurus douglasii
Douglas's Squirrel
Aythya marila
greater scaup
Equisetum telmateia
Great Horsetail
Cynosurus cristatus
Crested dogstail grass
Dactylis glomerata
Orchardgrass
Lolium arundinaceum
Reed Fescue
Alnus rubra
Western alder
Geranium lucidum
Shining geranium
Galium aparine
Bedstraw
Rubus laciniatus
cut-leaved bramble
Malus fusca
Oregon Crab Apple
Rosa rugosa
japanese rose
Ranunculus acris
meadow buttercup
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Skagit County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Bay View. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Bay Viewwithin Skagit County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.