Bannockburn
Ecosystem Overview
The Bannockburn ecosystem supports 9 documented wildlife species across 9 taxonomic genera. Located in lake county, illinois, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Waukegan nearby has 91% more documented species, Bannockburn offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #15 for species diversity among 38 lake county County natural areas, placing it in the 61th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 9 total documented species.
Daktulosphaira vitifoliae
grape phylloxera
Corylus americana
American Hazelnut
Alnus glutinosa
black alder
Cephalanthus occidentalis
Honey-Bells
Scrophularia marilandica
Maryland Figwort
Plathemis lydia
Common Whitetail
Phragmites australis
Common Reed
Vitis riparia
riverbank grape
Arctium minus
common burdock
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Lake County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Bannockburn. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Bannockburnwithin Lake County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.