Where to see a Pumpkinseed in Illinois
The Pumpkinseed is recorded in the counties of 13 Illinois state parks (research-grade iNaturalist observations). Ranked by how often it is observed in each area:
- Nauvoo State Park
- Montebello State Park
- Weinberg-King State Park
- Mississippi Palisades State Park
- Moraine Hills State Park
- Illinois Beach State Park
- Chain O' Lakes State Park
- Volo Bog State Natural Area
- James "Pate" Philip State Park
- William W. Powers State Recreation Area
- Kankakee River State Park
- Channahon State Park
- Rock Cut State Park
These are county-level records — the species is documented in the area around each park, which is a strong steer rather than a guarantee for the park itself.