Locations in Jefferson County, Illinois
Species in Jefferson County
Common Species in Jefferson County
Showing 15 most frequently observed species out of 13 total documented species.
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Toxomerus politus
Maize Calligrapher
Syrbula admirabilis
Handsome Grasshopper
Phoebis sennae
Cloudless Sulphur
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Acer rubrum
Maple
Popillia japonica
Japanese Beetle
Harmonia axyridis
Harlequin ladybird
Zonotrichia leucophrys
white-crowned sparrow
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Meleagris gallopavo
Turkey
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Natural Areas & Wildlife Locations in Jefferson County
Explore 16 documented locations in Jefferson County, Illinois. Each area offers unique wildlife viewing opportunities with varying biodiversity levels.
🌱 Emerging & Specialized Areas (2 locations)
📍 Additional Locations (14 locations)
About Wildlife Data
Species counts represent documented wildlife observations from citizen science contributions. Higher counts often indicate areas with diverse habitats, active monitoring, or significant ecological importance. Each location offers unique opportunities to connect with Jefferson County's natural heritage.