South Bend
Ecosystem Overview
The South Bend ecosystem supports 50 documented wildlife species across 47 taxonomic genera. Located in saint joseph county, indiana, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 11 frequently observed species and 9 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Mishawaka nearby has 12% more documented species, South Bend offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 8 saint joseph 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 50 total documented species.
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Phytolacca americana
American pokeweed
Solanum dulcamara
bittersweet, woody nightshade
Leonurus cardiaca
motherwort
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Claytonia virginica
Eastern Springbeauty
Haemorhous mexicanus
House Finch
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Trillium recurvatum
Prairie Trillium
Medicago sativa
lucerne
Taraxacum officinale
common dandelion
Bombus bimaculatus
Two-Spotted Bumble Bee
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Xylocopa virginica
Carpenter bee
Oncopeltus fasciatus
Large Milkweed Bug
Pieris rapae
small white
Manduca sexta
Carolina Sphinx
Acronicta americana
American Dagger
Macrostemum zebratum
Dolichovespula maculata
Baldfaced Hornet
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Saint Joseph County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near South Bend. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement South Bendwithin Saint Joseph County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.