Lake Defiance
Ecosystem Overview
The Lake Defiance ecosystem supports 13 documented wildlife species across 12 taxonomic genera. Located in mchenry county, illinois, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While McHenry County nearby has 87% more documented species, Lake Defiance offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #7 for species diversity among 11 mchenry county County natural areas, placing it in the 36th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 13 total documented species.
Taraxacum erythrospermum
Rock dandelion
Taraxacum officinale
common dandelion
Rosa multiflora
Many-Flower Rose
Daucus carota
wild carrot
Polioptila caerulea
Blue-Grey Gnatcatcher
Spizella pusilla
Field Sparrow
Rubus occidentalis
Thimbleberry
Rhamnus cathartica
purging buckthorn
Ratibida pinnata
Gray-Head Prairie-Coneflower
Geum canadense
White Avens
Alobates pensylvanicus
False Mealworm Beetle
Trifolium pratense
red clover
Symphyotrichum lanceolatum
Tall White Aster
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in McHenry County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lake Defiance. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lake Defiancewithin McHenry County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.