West Dundee
Ecosystem Overview
The West Dundee ecosystem supports 12 documented wildlife species across 11 taxonomic genera. Located in kane 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 Carpentersville nearby has 88% more documented species, West Dundee offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 15 kane county County natural areas, placing it in the 67th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 12 total documented species.
Eristalis dimidiata
Megacyllene robiniae
Locust Borer
Polistes fuscatus
Dark Paper Wasp
Toxomerus marginatus
Syrphid Fly
Toxomerus geminatus
Eastern Calligrapher
Salticus scenicus
Zebra Jumper
Daucus carota
wild carrot
Ambrosia trifida
Tall Ragweed
Eumenes fraternus
Fraternal Potter Wasp
Helophilus fasciatus
Narrow-Headed Marsh Fly
Haemorhous mexicanus
House Finch
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Kane County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near West Dundee. 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 West Dundeewithin Kane County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.