Grinnell
Ecosystem Overview
The Grinnell ecosystem supports 91 documented wildlife species across 83 taxonomic genera. Located in poweshiek county, iowa, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 19 frequently observed species and 18 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Poweshiek County nearby has 2% more documented species, Grinnell offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 3 poweshiek county County natural areas, placing it in the 33th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 91 total documented species.
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Sylvilagus floridanus
Lapin A Queue Blanche
Sciurus niger
Cat Squirrel
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Spizella passerina
Chipping Sparrow
Setophaga coronata
Myrtle Warbler
Sialia sialis
Eastern Bluebird
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Dumetella carolinensis
Catbird
Zonotrichia albicollis
white-throated sparrow
Actitis macularius
spotted sandpiper
Setophaga ruticilla
American Redstart
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Quiscalus quiscula
Common Grackle
Sayornis phoebe
Eastern Phoebe
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Melanerpes carolinus
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Lithobates catesbeianus
Common Bullfrog
Vanessa atalanta
Red Admiral
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Poweshiek County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Grinnell. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Grinnellwithin Poweshiek County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.