Elkhart
Ecosystem Overview
The Elkhart ecosystem supports 36 documented wildlife species across 34 taxonomic genera. Located in elkhart county, indiana, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 7 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Goshen nearby has 36% more documented species, Elkhart offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 10 elkhart county County natural areas, placing it in the 70th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 36 total documented species.
Asclepias tuberosa
Chieger-Flower
Solanum carolinense
Apple-Of-Sodom
Asclepias syriaca
Virginia-Silk
Asclepias verticillata
Whorled Milkweed
Rhus typhina
Staghorn sumac
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Daktulosphaira vitifoliae
grape phylloxera
Persicaria pensylvanica
Pink Knotweed
Chenopodium album
lambs quarters
Achillea millefolium
yarrow, milfoil
Lactuca serriola
Prickly Lettuce
Eupatorium serotinum
late boneset
Mirabilis nyctaginea
Umbrella Wort
Xylocopa virginica
Carpenter bee
Sphex pensylvanicus
Great Black Digger Wasp
Oncopeltus fasciatus
Large Milkweed Bug
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Cygnus olor
Mute Swan
Echinochloa crus-galli
cockspur
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Elkhart County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Elkhart. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Elkhartwithin Elkhart County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.