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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 61 total documented species.

Chinese Tallow

Corn
Southern Dewberry
Spanish Moss
Baccharis
Ditch Reed

Dutch Clover
Bedstraw
Eastern Phoebe
Latanier
Santa Maria Feverfew
Turkey Vulture
River Otter
Salt Marsh Moth

Nelson'S Sparrow

Tigernut
Clapper Rail
Marsh Wren
Trumpetvine
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Plaquemines 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 Plaquemines Parish County.
The Plaquemines Parish ecosystem supports 61 documented wildlife species across 59 taxonomic genera. Located in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 13 frequently observed species and 12 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Plaquemines Parish nearby has 22% more documented species, Plaquemines Parish offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #30 for species diversity among 100 Plaquemines Parish County natural areas, placing it in the 70th percentile for biodiversity.