Lockport
Ecosystem Overview
The Lockport ecosystem supports 23 documented wildlife species across 23 taxonomic genera. Located in will county, illinois, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Will County nearby has 77% more documented species, Lockport offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 15 will county County natural areas, placing it in the 67th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 23 total documented species.
Pieris rapae
small white
Acutalis tartarea
Carex lacustris
Common Lake Sedge
Commelina communis
Asiatic dayflower
Maianthemum stellatum
Starry False Lily Of The Valley
Glechoma hederacea
ground ivy
Hydrophyllum virginianum
Shawnee Salad
Petunia atkinsiana
Osmorhiza longistylis
Long-Style Sweet Cicely
Populus deltoides
Match Poplar
Phytolacca americana
American pokeweed
Verbesina alternifolia
Alternate-Leaved Crownbeard
Catalpa speciosa
Acer saccharinum
White Maple
Rhus typhina
Staghorn sumac
Solanum emulans
eastern black nightshade
Chaetura pelagica
Chimney Swift
Sciurus niger
Cat Squirrel
Trifolium repens
Dutch clover
Ageratina altissima
white snakeroot
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Will County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lockport. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lockportwithin Will County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.