North Aurora
Ecosystem Overview
The North Aurora ecosystem supports 16 documented wildlife species across 16 taxonomic genera. Located in kane 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 Carpentersville nearby has 84% more documented species, North Aurora offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 15 kane county County natural areas, placing it in the 73th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 16 total documented species.
Vespula maculifrons
Eastern Yellowjacket
Libellula pulchella
Twelve-spotted Skimmer
Sympetrum semicinctum
Band-Winged Meadowhawk
Pyganodon grandis
Giant Floater Mussel
Nocomis biguttatus
Hornyhead chub
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Actitis macularius
spotted sandpiper
Torilis japonica
Erect Hedgeparsley
Phytolacca americana
American pokeweed
Cirsium arvense
Creeping Thistle
Ictalurus punctatus
Graceful Catfish
Micropterus dolomieu
Smallmouth Bass
Scilla siberica
Siberian squill
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Picipes badius
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Kane County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near North Aurora. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement North Aurorawithin Kane County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.