Kankakee
Ecosystem Overview
The Kankakee ecosystem supports 13 documented wildlife species across 13 taxonomic genera. Located in kankakee 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 Kankakee County nearby has 87% more documented species, Kankakee offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 6 kankakee county County natural areas, placing it in the 33th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 13 total documented species.
Chionodes mediofuscella
Biston betularia
Peppered Moth
Nemoria bistriaria
Red-Fringed Emerald Moth
Pachypsylla celtidismamma
Corythucha cydoniae
Graptemys geographica
common map turtle
Thamnophis radix
Plains Garter Snake
Falco peregrinus
peregrine falcon
Cerioporus squamosus
Commelina communis
Asiatic dayflower
Cardamine concatenata
Five-Part Toothwort
Pyrus calleryana
Callery Pear
Cichorium intybus
chicory
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Kankakee County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Kankakee. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
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🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Kankakeewithin Kankakee County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.