Canby
Ecosystem Overview
The Canby ecosystem supports 12 documented wildlife species across 12 taxonomic genera. Located in yellow medicine county, minnesota, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Yellow Medicine County nearby has 88% more documented species, Canby offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 2 yellow medicine county County natural areas, placing it in the 0th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 12 total documented species.
Melanoplus differentialis
Differential Grasshopper
Udea rubigalis
Celery Leaftier Moth
Ischnura verticalis
Eastern Forktail
Toxomerus marginatus
Syrphid Fly
Nomophila nearctica
American Rush Veneer
Physostegia virginiana
obedient plant
Cirsium arvense
Creeping Thistle
Eutrochium maculatum
spotted Joe Pye weed
Shepherdia argentea
silver buffaloberry
Neotibicen canicularis
Northern Dog-Day Cicada
Rhodobaenus quinquepunctatus
Hypena scabra
Green Cloverworm Moth
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Yellow Medicine County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Canbywithin Yellow Medicine County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.