Glendale Heights
Ecosystem Overview
The Glendale Heights ecosystem supports 4 documented wildlife species across 4 taxonomic genera. Located in dupage county, illinois, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 1 frequently observed species and 0 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Wheaton nearby has 96% more documented species, Glendale Heights offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #18 for species diversity among 37 dupage county County natural areas, placing it in the 51th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 4 total documented species.
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Agrostis stolonifera
creeping bent, fiorin
Physostegia virginiana
obedient plant
Alliaria petiolata
garlic mustard
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Glendale Heightswithin Dupage County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.