Quincy
Ecosystem Overview
The Quincy ecosystem supports 16 documented wildlife species across 16 taxonomic genera. Located in adams county, illinois, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Adams County nearby has 38% more documented species, Quincy offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 2 adams county County natural areas, placing it in the 0th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 16 total documented species.
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Impatiens capensis
orange balsam
Dasymutilla occidentalis
Common Eastern Velvet Ant
Thyridopteryx ephemeraeformis
Marmota monax
Waldmurmeltier
Melanerpes carolinus
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Sialia sialis
Eastern Bluebird
Flavoparmelia caperata
Common Greenshield Lichen
Marchantia polymorpha
Common Liverwort
Acalypha persimilis
Sciurus niger
Cat Squirrel
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
American White Pelican
Contopus virens
Eastern Wood-Pewee
Apioperdon pyriforme
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Adams County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Quincywithin Adams County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.