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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 76 total documented species.
Osage-Orange
Modesty

Fustet
Myrtle
Blackcap

Buckthorn
Bullfrog
Common Watersnake
Horseweed

Doorweed

Rough Avens
Poison Ivy

Oblique-Banded Leafroller Moth

Burvine
Bearded Pink

Cosmos

Wild Petunia

Bush Honeysuckle

Horseradish
Wild Geranium
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Livingston County County, 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 Livingston County County.
The Pontiac ecosystem supports 76 documented wildlife species across 70 taxonomic genera. Located in Livingston County, Illinois, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 16 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Livingston County, Pontiac hosts 4% more species diversity. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 100 Livingston County County natural areas, placing it in the 95th percentile for biodiversity.