Plano
Ecosystem Overview
The Plano ecosystem supports 34 documented wildlife species across 28 taxonomic genera. Located in kendall county, illinois, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 7 frequently observed species and 6 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Kendall County nearby has 66% more documented species, Plano offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 2 kendall county County natural areas, placing it in the 0th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 34 total documented species.
Etheostoma caeruleum
Rainbow darter
Campostoma anomalum
Central Stoneroller
Etheostoma spectabile
Orangethroat darter
Ambloplites rupestris
Goggle Eye
Cottus bairdii
Cabezón
Moxostoma macrolepidotum
Short-Headed Mullet
Etheostoma zonale
Banded darter
Argia apicalis
Blue-fronted Dancer
Calopteryx maculata
Ebony Jewelwing
Asterocampa celtis
Hackberry Emperor
Papilio glaucus
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Ancyloxypha numitor
Least Skipper
Hypentelium nigricans
Northern hog sucker
Catostomus commersonii
Grey Sucker
Rhinichthys obtusus
Western Blacknose Dace
Cyprinus carpio
common carp, carp
Argia moesta
Powdered Dancer
Argia tibialis
Blue-tipped Dancer
Nerodia sipedon
Northern Water Snake
Boyeria vinosa
Fawn Darner
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Planowithin Kendall County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.