Lake Charles
Ecosystem Overview
The Lake Charles 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, Lake Charles offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #14 for species diversity among 38 lake county County natural areas, placing it in the 63th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 9 total documented species.
Pomoxis nigromaculatus
Oswego Bass
Chrysemys picta
Eastern Painted Turtle
Cygnus olor
Mute Swan
Aix sponsa
wood duck
Nymphaea odorata
American white waterlily
Planorbella trivolvis
Marsh Ram'S Horn Snail
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Hirundo rustica
barn swallow
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Lake County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lake Charles. 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 Lake Charleswithin Lake County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.