Locations in Black Hawk County, Iowa
Species in Black Hawk County
Common Species in Black Hawk County
Showing 15 most frequently observed species out of 11 total documented species.
Sciurus carolinensis
Grey squirrel
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Spilosoma virginica
Yellow Woolly Bear
Glechoma hederacea
ground ivy
Hydrophyllum virginianum
Shawnee Salad
Sciurus niger
Cat Squirrel
Viola sororia
Hooded Blue Violet
Mertensia virginica
Bluebells
Nepeta cataria
Catnip
Taraxacum officinale
common dandelion
Syringa vulgaris
Purple Lilac
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Natural Areas & Wildlife Locations in Black Hawk County
Explore 29 documented locations in Black Hawk County, Iowa. Each area offers unique wildlife viewing opportunities with varying biodiversity levels.
🌱 Emerging & Specialized Areas (5 locations)
📍 Additional Locations (24 locations)
About Wildlife Data
Species counts represent documented wildlife observations from citizen science contributions. Higher counts often indicate areas with diverse habitats, active monitoring, or significant ecological importance. Each location offers unique opportunities to connect with Black Hawk County's natural heritage.