Blakley Island is home to a small number of species. The most numerous species are birds. About 66 species of birds inhabit Blakely Island, with up to 134 more species visiting or migrating to the island throughout the year. The most common species of birds on the island are rufous hummingbirds, pileated woodpeckers, bald eagles and kingfishers.
Besides the incredible number of bird species that inhabit Blakley Island, there are six other species of animals that call the island home. These animals include the little brown bat, black-tailed deer, harbor seals, river otters, and wandering garter snakes.
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