Lake In The Hills
Ecosystem Overview
The Lake In The Hills ecosystem supports 50 documented wildlife species across 46 taxonomic genera. Located in mchenry county, illinois, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 11 frequently observed species and 9 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While McHenry County nearby has 50% more documented species, Lake In The Hills offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 11 mchenry county County natural areas, placing it in the 73th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 50 total documented species.
Amorpha canescens
Leadplant Amorpha
Silene vulgaris
bladder campion
Achillea millefolium
yarrow, milfoil
Solidago ptarmicoides
Upland White Aster
Lobelia spicata
Spiked Lobelia
Heuchera richardsonii
Richardson's alumroot
Angelica atropurpurea
Purple Angelica
Morus alba
White mulberry
Carex hystericina
Porcupine Sedge
Scirpus atrovirens
Dark Green Bulrush
Schoenoplectus acutus
Tule
Melilotus albus
white melilot
Schizachyrium scoparium
Small Bluestem
Allium cernuum
nodding wild onion
Phlox paniculata
Summer Phlox
Galium boreale
northern bedstraw
Linum sulcatum
Grooved Flax
Apios americana
Wild Bean
Bromus inermis
Smooth brome
Eristalis tenax
Drone Fly
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in McHenry County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lake In The Hills. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lake In The Hillswithin McHenry County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.