Download a professional PDF field guide featuring all the species found in West Chicago. Perfect for outdoor adventures, education, and nature exploration.
Download a professional PDF field guide featuring all the species found in West Chicago. Perfect for outdoor adventures, education, and nature exploration.
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Illinois
These comparisons are based on documented wildlife observations from citizen science data. Locations with higher species counts may have more observation activity, different habitat types, or larger coverage areas. Regional rankings help identify biodiversity hotspots and unique natural areas within Illinois.
The West Chicago ecosystem supports 59 documented wildlife species across 57 taxonomic genera. Located in Illinois, this area provides critical habitat for regional wildlife. The location hosts 12 frequently observed species and 11 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Chicago nearby has 41% more documented species, West Chicago offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #124 for species diversity among 594 Illinois natural areas, placing it in the 79th percentile for biodiversity.
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 59 total documented species.
Silver-Spotted Skipper
American Swallowtail
Baptisia
Turkey Vulture
Whitebanded Crab Spider
Striped Deer Fly
Western Honey Bee
Small Bluestem
small white
Northern Rough-winged Swallow
Fatmucket
plain pocketbook
white heelsplitter
Scarlet Tanager
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Pearl Crescent
whistling swan
Virginia Ctenucha Moth
Dogbane Leaf Beetle
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