MacHesney Park
Ecosystem Overview
The MacHesney Park ecosystem supports 18 documented wildlife species across 16 taxonomic genera. Located in winnebago county, illinois, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Rockford nearby has 82% more documented species, MacHesney Park offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 7 winnebago county County natural areas, placing it in the 57th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 18 total documented species.
Pachypsylla celtidismamma
Archilochus colubris
Ruby-throated Hummingbird
Photinus pyralis
Big Dipper Firefly
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Otiorhynchus ovatus
Strawberry root weevil
Vespula germanica
German Yellowjacket
Armadillidium vulgare
common pill woodlouse
Armadillidium nasatum
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Euphorbia maculata
Milk purslane
Otiorhynchus rugosostriatus
Weevil
Glischrochilus quadrisignatus
Four-Spotted Sap Beetle
Harpalus pensylvanicus
Deroceras laeve
Meadow Slug
Polistes dominula
Paper Wasp
Bubo virginianus
Great Horned Owl
Pseudoedophrys hilleri
Meleagris gallopavo
Turkey
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Winnebago County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near MacHesney Park. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement MacHesney Parkwithin Winnebago County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.