Rock Island
Ecosystem Overview
The Rock Island ecosystem supports 64 documented wildlife species across 64 taxonomic genera. Located in rock island county, illinois, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 13 frequently observed species and 12 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Moline, Rock Island hosts 83% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 8 rock island county County natural areas, placing it in the 75th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 64 total documented species.
Physcomitrium pyriforme
Common Bladder Moss
Cardamine concatenata
Five-Part Toothwort
Podophyllum peltatum
Mayapple
Trillium recurvatum
Prairie Trillium
Sanguinaria canadensis
Puccoon-Root
Marmota monax
Waldmurmeltier
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Harmonia axyridis
Harlequin ladybird
Phytolacca americana
American pokeweed
Spinus tristis
American goldfinch
Thamnophis radix
Plains Garter Snake
Dryobates pubescens
Downy Woodpecker
Ranunculus abortivus
Little-Leaved Buttercup
Papilio glaucus
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Sylvilagus floridanus
Lapin A Queue Blanche
Neoscona crucifera
Spotted Orbweaver
Biston betularia
Peppered Moth
Paranthrene simulans
Oxidus gracilis
Millipede
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Rock Island County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Rock Island. 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 Rock Islandwithin Rock Island County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.