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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Madison 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 Madison Parish County.
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 19 total documented species.
French-Mulberry
Common Cardinal
Sacred Bamboo
Red Buckeye
Brazilian Vervain
Mayapple
Bald Eagle
Great Egret
Great Blue Skimmer
Hackberry Emperor
Woodbine
American Coot
Dwarf Yellow
Trumpetvine
Maypop
Chinese Privet
Gator
American White Pelican
Great Blue Heron
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The Altoona ecosystem supports 19 documented wildlife species across 18 taxonomic genera. Located in Madison Parish, Louisiana, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Madison Parish nearby has 74% more documented species, Altoona offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #11 for species diversity among 62 Madison Parish County natural areas, placing it in the 82th percentile for biodiversity.