West Peoria
Ecosystem Overview
The West Peoria ecosystem supports 51 documented wildlife species across 50 taxonomic genera. Located in peoria 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. While Peoria County nearby has 49% more documented species, West Peoria offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 7 peoria county County natural areas, placing it in the 71th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 51 total documented species.
Dolomedes tenebrosus
Lithospermum canescens
hoary gromwell
Anaxyrus americanus
American Toad
Ductifera pululahuana
Podophyllum peltatum
Mayapple
Lithobates clamitans
Green Frog
Trichaptum biforme
Diadophis punctatus
Ringneck Snake
Ganoderma applanatum
Artist's Bracket
Stereum complicatum
Crowded Parchment
Limax maximus
Spotted leopard slug
Trachelipus rathkii
Latrodectus variolus
Acris blanchardi
Blanchard's Cricket Frog
Tradescantia ohiensis
Blue-Jacket
Polystichum acrostichoides
dagger fern
Asplenium platyneuron
ebony spleenwort
Stereum lobatum
Cerioporus squamosus
Cicindela sexguttata
Six-Spotted Tiger Beetle
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Peoria County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near West Peoria. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement West Peoriawithin Peoria County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.