Moline
Ecosystem Overview
The Moline ecosystem supports 35 documented wildlife species across 32 taxonomic genera. Located in rock island county, illinois, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 6 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Rock Island nearby has 45% more documented species, Moline offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 8 rock island county County natural areas, placing it in the 50th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 35 total documented species.
Glechoma hederacea
ground ivy
Sayornis phoebe
Eastern Phoebe
Setophaga coronata
Myrtle Warbler
Setophaga palmarum
Palm Warbler
Cotinis nitida
Boisea trivittata
Melanerpes carolinus
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Melanerpes erythrocephalus
Red-headed Woodpecker
Icterus galbula
baltimore oriole
Polioptila caerulea
Blue-Grey Gnatcatcher
Poecile atricapillus
Black-capped chickadee
Aix sponsa
wood duck
Asplenium platyneuron
ebony spleenwort
Carex jamesii
grass sedge
Carex blanda
bland sedge
Galium aparine
Bedstraw
Hackelia virginiana
Beggar'S-Lice
Maclura pomifera
Osage-orange
Cryptotaenia canadensis
Japanese Parsley
Lysimachia nummularia
Moneywort
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Rock Island County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Moline. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Molinewithin Rock Island County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.