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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.
Monarch
Common Cardinal
Gulf Fritillary
Great Blue Skimmer
Fall Webworm
Blue Dasher
Pearl Crescent
Northern Mockingbird
Black Swallowtail
Carolina Wren
Waterlily Leafcutter Moth
Carolina Chickadee
Gray Hairstreak
Asian Lady Beetle
Mourning Dove
House Finch
Ruby-Throated Hummingbird
Gray Squirrel
Red-Winged Blackbird
Red-Banded Hairstreak
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The Bayou Manchac ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 79 taxonomic genera. Located in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 17 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. This location ranks #82 for species diversity among 100 East Baton Rouge Parish County natural areas, placing it in the 18th percentile for biodiversity.
Compared to 8 nearby locations in East Baton Rouge Parish County, Louisiana
These comparisons are based on documented wildlife observations from citizen science data. Locations with higher species counts may have more observation activity, different habitat types, or larger coverage areas. Regional rankings help identify biodiversity hotspots and unique natural areas within East Baton Rouge Parish County.