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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 77 total documented species.
Davy
Great Blue Heron
Bald Eagle
Killy-Killy
Pelican
Red-Bellied Woodpecker
Pine Warbler
Pileated Woodpecker
Chipping Sparrow
Chicken Hawk
Eastern Bluebird
Myrtle Warbler
Swamp Sparrow
Eastern Phoebe
Osprey
Laurel Swallowtail

Pink Sundew
Palm Warbler
Downy Woodpecker
Kingfisher
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Jackson County County, Mississippi
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 Jackson County County.
The Ocean Springs ecosystem supports 77 documented wildlife species across 67 taxonomic genera. Located in Jackson County, Mississippi, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 16 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Jackson County nearby has 4% more documented species, Ocean Springs offers unique wildlife observation opportunities.