Ottawa
Ecosystem Overview
The Ottawa ecosystem supports 52 documented wildlife species across 52 taxonomic genera. Located in lasalle county, illinois, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 11 frequently observed species and 10 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby LaSalle, Ottawa hosts 5100% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 12 lasalle county County natural areas, placing it in the 83th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 52 total documented species.
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Maclura pomifera
Osage-orange
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Castor canadensis
Canadian beaver
Didelphis virginiana
Virginia-Opossum
Bubo virginianus
Great Horned Owl
Toxicodendron radicans
poison ivy
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Sturnus vulgaris
starling
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Toxomerus politus
Maize Calligrapher
Thamnophis sirtalis
Common Garter Snake
Sylvilagus floridanus
Lapin A Queue Blanche
Ctenopharyngodon idella
Grass carp
Dreissena polymorpha
zebra mussel
Pachypsylla celtidismamma
Cicindela sexguttata
Six-Spotted Tiger Beetle
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Lasalle County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Ottawa. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (6 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Ottawawithin Lasalle County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.