Collins Pond
Ecosystem Overview
The Collins Pond ecosystem supports 13 documented wildlife species across 12 taxonomic genera. Located in champaign county, illinois, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Champaign nearby has 87% more documented species, Collins Pond offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #10 for species diversity among 15 champaign county County natural areas, placing it in the 33th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 13 total documented species.
Tramea lacerata
Black Saddlebags
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Tramea carolina
Carolina Saddlebags
Melanerpes carolinus
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Plathemis lydia
Common Whitetail
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Sambucus canadensis
Canada elderberry
Dryobates pubescens
Downy Woodpecker
Junco hyemalis
dark-eyed junco
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Champaign County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Collins Pond. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Collins Pondwithin Champaign County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.