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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 60 total documented species.

Woodruff
Sunflower
Ailanthus

Buttonweed

Orpin Sarmenteux
Mayapple
Haymaids
Poison Ivy

Plantain
Peanut
Common Cardinal
Woodbine
Common Eastern Bumblebee

Ashweed
Bluebells
Amur Honeysuckle

Spotted Henbit
House Sparrow
Red Buckeye
Eastern Chipmunk
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Macon 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 Macon County County.
The Decatur ecosystem supports 60 documented wildlife species across 57 taxonomic genera. Located in Macon County, Illinois, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 13 frequently observed species and 11 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Macon County nearby has 23% more documented species, Decatur offers unique wildlife observation opportunities.