Hiawatha
Ecosystem Overview
The Hiawatha ecosystem supports 15 documented wildlife species across 15 taxonomic genera. Located in linn county, iowa, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Cedar Rapids nearby has 85% more documented species, Hiawatha offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 8 linn county County natural areas, placing it in the 38th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 15 total documented species.
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Claytonia virginica
Eastern Springbeauty
Ommatius gemma
Hyles lineata
White-lined sphinx
Pisaurina mira
American Nursery Web Spider
Sylvilagus floridanus
Lapin A Queue Blanche
Grifola frondosa
Hen Of The Woods
Podophyllum peltatum
Mayapple
Silphium integrifolium
whole-leaved rosinweed
Halyomorpha halys
Brown Marmorated Stink Bug
Chauliognathus pensylvanicus
Soldier Beetle
Haemorhous mexicanus
House Finch
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Hirundo rustica
barn swallow
Aplos simplex
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Linn County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Hiawatha. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Hiawathawithin Linn County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.