Westmont
Ecosystem Overview
The Westmont ecosystem supports 15 documented wildlife species across 15 taxonomic genera. Located in dupage county, illinois, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Wheaton nearby has 85% more documented species, Westmont offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #11 for species diversity among 37 dupage county County natural areas, placing it in the 70th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 15 total documented species.
Rhamnus cathartica
purging buckthorn
Cercis canadensis
Eastern Redbud
Ischnura posita
Fragile Forktail
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Juniperus virginiana
Red Cedar Juniper
Quercus macrocarpa
Bur Oak
Amelanchier arborea
Juneberry
Populus deltoides
Match Poplar
Silphium perfoliatum
Cup Plant
Acer nigrum
Rock Maple
Pinus sylvestris
Scots Pine
Morus alba
White mulberry
Angelica atropurpurea
Purple Angelica
Graphocephala coccinea
Candy-Striped Leafhopper
Want the Complete Field Guide?
Get all 15 species with 3-4 high-quality images each, detailed descriptions, and a downloadable PDF for offline use.
Get Your Personalized Field Guide
Download a professional PDF field guide featuring all the species found in Westmont. Perfect for outdoor adventures, education, and nature exploration.
Get Your Personalized Field Guide
Download a professional PDF field guide featuring all the species found in Westmont. Perfect for outdoor adventures, education, and nature exploration.
Your field guide will be delivered to this email address. Please double-check for accuracy.
Nearby Wildlife Areas in Dupage County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Westmont. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (6 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Westmontwithin Dupage County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.