Lasalle County
Ecosystem Overview
The Lasalle County ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 95 taxonomic genera. Located in lasalle county, illinois, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Ottawa, Lasalle County hosts 92% more species diversity. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 12 lasalle county County natural areas, placing it in the 92th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Hepatica acutiloba
sharp-lobed liverleaf
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Claytonia virginica
Eastern Springbeauty
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Podophyllum peltatum
Mayapple
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
American White Pelican
Uvularia grandiflora
Large-Flowered Bellwort
Conocephalum salebrosum
cat-tongue liverwort
Phlox divaricata
Forest Phlox
Sciurus carolinensis
Grey squirrel
Juniperus virginiana
Red Cedar Juniper
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Geranium maculatum
Wild Geranium
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Quercus alba
Eastern White Oak
Tamias striatus
eastern chipmunk
Felis catus
Domestic Cat
Halysidota tessellaris
Pale Tiger Moth
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Lasalle County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lasalle County. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (6 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lasalle Countywithin Lasalle County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.