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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.
Canada Goose
Common Cardinal
Asian Clam
Gray Squirrel
American Robin
Mallard
House Sparrow
American Crow
Red-Winged Blackbird
House Finch

Plains Gartersnake
Eastern Cottontail
Haymaids
Great Blue Heron
Brown-Headed Cowbird
Asian Lady Beetle
Mourning Dove
Henbit

Carpenter Ant

Pusley
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Champaign 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 Champaign County County.
The Champaign ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 76 taxonomic genera. Located in Champaign County, Illinois, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 17 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. This location ranks #71 for species diversity among 100 Champaign County County natural areas, placing it in the 29th percentile for biodiversity.