Where to see a Western Mosquitofish in Illinois

The Western Mosquitofish is recorded in the counties of 42 Illinois state parks (research-grade iNaturalist observations). Ranked by how often it is observed in each area:

1. Beall Woods State Park
2. State Park Place
3. Frank Holten State Recreation Area
4. Horseshoe Lake State Park
5. Giant City State Park
6. Lake Murphysboro State Park
7. Sand Ridge State Forest
8. Washington County State Recreation Area
9. Fox Ridge State Park
10. Walnut Point State Park
11. Siloam Springs State Park
12. Sam Parr State Park
13. Sid Simpson State Park
14. Spring Lake State Park
15. Fort Creve Coeur State Park
16. Ferne Clyffe State Park
17. Cache River State Natural Area
18. Kickapoo State Park
19. Fort Massac State Park
20. Jubilee College State Park
21. Rock Island Trail State Park
22. White Pines Forest State Park
23. Castle Rock State Park
24. Lowden State Park
25. White Pines State Park Lodge and Cabins

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.

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