Olympic National Park is home to 1,947 documented species across 7 categories, including 11 threatened or endangered species and 1617 native species.
Biodiversity Overview
Species by Category
Native vs Non-Native Species
Abundance Distribution
| Abundance Level | Species Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| NA | 570 | 29.3% |
| Uncommon | 525 | 27% |
| Common | 262 | 13.5% |
| Unknown | 243 | 12.5% |
| Rare | 234 | 12% |
| Abundant | 69 | 3.5% |
Threatened & Endangered Species
Endangered Species List
Olympic National Park contains 11 species with federal threatened or endangered status.
| Species | Category | Status | Nativeness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marbled Murrelet | Bird | NA | Native |
| Northern Spotted Owl | Bird | NA | Native |
| chinook salmon | Fish | NA | Native |
| chum salmon | Fish | NA | Native |
| coho salmon | Fish | NA | Native |
| green sturgeon | Fish | NA | Native |
| rainbow trout, steelhead/rainbow trout | Fish | NA | Native |
| Coastal Marten, Pacific Marten | Mammal | NA | Native |
| Gray Wolf, Wolf | Mammal | EN | Native |
| Swamp sandwort | Vascular Plant | EN | Native |
| Whitebark pine | Vascular Plant | NA | Native |
Conservation Priorities
Of the 1,947 species in Olympic National Park, 11 require active conservation management. The most species-rich category is Vascular Plant with 1,352 documented species.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many species are in Olympic National Park?
Olympic National Park has 1,947 documented species across 7 categories. Vascular Plant is the largest category with 1,352 species.
Are there endangered species in Olympic National Park?
Yes, Olympic National Park is home to 11 threatened or endangered species requiring conservation management.
What is the most common wildlife category?
The most common category is Vascular Plant (1,352 species), followed by Bird (310).
Data Source: National Park Service (NPS) Biodiversity Database.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026